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EN53 NND

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

158,327 mi
Last recorded158,327 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 NND
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 158,327 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 158,327 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 156,051 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 154,753 miles

Front inner brake pads wearing low

Rear subframe rusty

Wiper and flasher switch faulty

Fail 24 Jul 2023 154,753 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front inner brake pads wearing low

Rear subframe rusty

Wiper and flasher switch faulty

Pass 23 Jul 2022 153,157 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jul 2022 153,157 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid TOPPED UP WASHER FLUID WORKING (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 150,752 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 146,490 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 146,488 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 142,909 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 139,754 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 135,575 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 131,794 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 126,827 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jul 2015 126,827 miles

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r coil spring corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2014 121,745 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2014 121,745 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 115,823 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 110,029 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 110,029 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 103,784 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 94,076 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 87,052 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)

Fail 15 Jan 2009 87,052 miles

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

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 11 Jan 2008 77,103 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 58,510 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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EN53 NND is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EN53 NND, 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

How do I check the history of EN53 NND?

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What year was EN53 NND registered?

EN53 NND is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is EN53 NND safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 NND shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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