MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
116,823 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly and paddle grip missing
Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front & Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Coil spring corroded Front & Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front bumper is likely to detach but secure
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
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)
rear brake pads 70% worn
thrust arm bushes starting to crack
Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
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EP04 VBZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.
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 EP04 VBZ, 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 EP04 VBZ registered?
EP04 VBZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 March 2004.
Is EP04 VBZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for EP04 VBZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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