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EU54 UGL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

82,275 mi
Last recorded82,275 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU54 UGL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 82,275 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 76,395 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 69,559 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 63,188 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 56,120 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2012 53,904 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2012 53,904 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nsf tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 16 Aug 2011 49,359 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 49,359 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 41,799 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 6 Sep 2010 41,799 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 36,928 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 36,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 28,859 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 23,408 miles

The nearsde rear tyre has a punture (a bolt) in it near the inner edge of the tread area, it also has been run flat and has only slightly more than 2mm. of tread depth.

Fail 22 Nov 2007 23,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

The nearsde rear tyre has a punture (a bolt) in it near the inner edge of the tread area, it also has been run flat and has only slightly more than 2mm. of tread depth.

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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EU54 UGL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 EU54 UGL, 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 EU54 UGL registered?

EU54 UGL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is EU54 UGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU54 UGL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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