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DG54 PPV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

101,951 mi
Last recorded101,951 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 PPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 101,951 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 94,577 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 91,561 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 86,642 miles

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Pass 17 May 2016 77,029 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2015 69,379 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2014 65,855 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2013 61,585 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 57,761 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 53,392 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 53,392 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 22 May 2010 48,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 37,574 miles

unable to detect reading from diesel test

Pass 13 Aug 2007 35,263 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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DG54 PPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DG54 PPV, 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.

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What year was DG54 PPV registered?

DG54 PPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is DG54 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG54 PPV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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