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DG04 SYW

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

80,578 mi
Last recorded80,578 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 SYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 80,578 miles

general corrosion on rear subframe and suspension components

Pass 23 Jul 2025 79,347 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 78,062 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 76,788 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 75,438 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 74,458 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 74,457 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 73,857 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 73,185 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 72,099 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 70,260 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2016 68,059 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 64,356 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 60,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 60,611 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 56,389 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 52,637 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 48,233 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 43,183 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 40,326 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 35,381 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 35,381 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 28,792 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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DG04 SYW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG04 SYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG04 SYW registered?

DG04 SYW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 March 2004.

Is DG04 SYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG04 SYW shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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