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DS04 DEC

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

103,207 mi
Last recorded103,207 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS04 DEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 103,207 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 96,015 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 89,957 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 7 Nov 2022 85,934 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 2 Nov 2021 84,779 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 27 Oct 2020 83,255 miles

engine under covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2019 81,922 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 23 Oct 2018 80,109 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 10 Nov 2017 78,248 miles

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

under side engine cover

Pass 9 Nov 2016 74,513 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 11 Nov 2015 66,611 miles

under side engine cover

Pass 10 Nov 2014 59,736 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2013 51,365 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 16 Nov 2012 44,279 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Fail 16 Nov 2012 44,279 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 15 Nov 2011 38,680 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 31,141 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 24,584 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 18,870 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 14,317 miles

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)

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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DS04 DEC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DS04 DEC, 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 DS04 DEC registered?

DS04 DEC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 November 2004.

Is DS04 DEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS04 DEC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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