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DV54 KOW

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,511 mi
Last recorded62,511 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV54 KOW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2021 62,511 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2020 59,438 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 57,569 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 53,013 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 51,070 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 50,300 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge.

Pass 26 Jun 2014 49,331 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 48,463 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 46,554 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 41,876 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 37,776 miles

Nearside and offside rear tyres deteriating

Fail 20 Apr 2009 33,321 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2007 29,692 miles

brake pipe's from ABS unit damp not leaking

sign's of perishing on the nearside rear tyre tread

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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DV54 KOW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DV54 KOW, 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 DV54 KOW registered?

DV54 KOW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 October 2004.

Is DV54 KOW safe to buy?

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