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DX54 XWU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

77,402 mi
Last recorded77,402 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 XWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2024 77,402 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 73,011 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 71,200 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 66,595 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 64,506 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 31 Oct 2019 62,209 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 62,209 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits high (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 59,004 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothsides close (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 56,851 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2016 54,114 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside pitted (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside pitted (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Sep 2016 54,104 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted bothside (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted bothside (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 53,571 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 49,497 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 45,360 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 42,810 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 41,528 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 69,598 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 39,498 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 35,639 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 31,165 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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DX54 XWU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DX54 XWU, 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 DX54 XWU registered?

DX54 XWU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 October 2004.

Is DX54 XWU safe to buy?

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