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DK04 XBD

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

49,925 mi
Last recorded49,925 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 XBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 49,925 miles

Corrosion around box sections at rear

Corrosion on rear subframe

Play in o/s track rod end

Fail 26 Jan 2026 49,925 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached Front arm (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Play in o/s track rod end

Pass 30 Jan 2025 49,211 miles

Play in o/s track rod end

Pass 1 Feb 2024 48,341 miles

Play in o/s track rod end

Fail 1 Feb 2024 48,341 miles

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

Play in o/s track rod end

Pass 25 Jan 2023 47,317 miles

Play in o/s track rod end

Pass 9 Feb 2022 46,128 miles

Play in o/s track rod end

Pass 12 Feb 2021 44,828 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 43,840 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 42,347 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 41,163 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 39,760 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 38,073 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 35,950 miles

Front tyre at n/s worn on outer edge.

Fail 17 Feb 2015 35,950 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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Front tyre at n/s worn on outer edge.

Rear disc pads low.

Pass 17 Feb 2014 33,472 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 30,842 miles

Front anti roll bar link rod at n/s upper dust cover perishing/splitting.

Pass 13 Feb 2012 27,910 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 24,997 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 21,861 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 18,744 miles

Rear tyre at n/s aproaching 1.6mm limit.Rear tyre at o/s aproaching wear bars.

Pass 18 Feb 2008 15,197 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 11,638 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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DK04 XBD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 DK04 XBD, 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 DK04 XBD registered?

DK04 XBD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is DK04 XBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK04 XBD 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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