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EF04 FKH

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,038 mi
Last recorded128,038 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF04 FKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 128,038 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 123,715 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s n/s monitor (3.6.B.2c)

f/r susp/struts rusty/exhaust rusty/oil leaks/wear rack noisy/f/r b/hoses rusty/

Fail 8 Apr 2016 123,705 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive average .5 (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded b/hose to junc length car (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded b/hose to junc length car (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s n/s monitor (3.6.B.2c)

f/r susp/struts rusty/exhaust rusty/oil leaks/wear rack noisy/f/r b/hoses rusty/

Pass 21 Apr 2015 119,947 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front discs faces corroded

Fail 17 Apr 2015 119,947 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front discs faces corroded

rear n/s brake slight bind

Pass 8 Apr 2014 114,214 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre badly worn on outer edge

Fail 4 Apr 2014 114,198 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre badly worn on outer edge

Pass 3 Apr 2013 108,029 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 102,576 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 96,195 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 88,444 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 75,184 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 13 May 2009 75,184 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 59,671 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 41,987 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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EF04 FKH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EF04 FKH, 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 EF04 FKH registered?

EF04 FKH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 June 2004.

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