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E1 JNH

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

131,483 mi
Last recorded131,483 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE1 JNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 131,483 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2025 131,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 126,172 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 126,172 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2023 119,006 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 114,905 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 114,905 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 110,816 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 105,767 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 97,705 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 90,787 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 81,491 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 73,345 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 73,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 65,233 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 56,591 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 51,852 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 50,006 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 50,006 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 48,385 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 42,664 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 39,302 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 34,238 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 28,417 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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E1 JNH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 E1 JNH, 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 E1 JNH registered?

E1 JNH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is E1 JNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E1 JNH shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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