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EX54 UNG

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

83,244 mi
Last recorded83,244 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX54 UNG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 83,244 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 74,067 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 63,117 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 56,600 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2022 53,715 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2022 53,715 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 51,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2019 48,555 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 46,094 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 45,474 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 44,558 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 43,557 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 42,673 miles

n/s and o/s front and rear outer road wheels outer rims damaged.

Pass 28 Nov 2013 39,871 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 39,871 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 37,481 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 34,113 miles

advise chip in o/s/f wheel rim edge tyre seated ok

advise h/brake reqs adjustment

Pass 23 Nov 2010 29,787 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 26,074 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 21,172 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 21,172 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 16,520 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)

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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EX54 UNG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 EX54 UNG, 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 EX54 UNG?

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What year was EX54 UNG registered?

EX54 UNG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is EX54 UNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX54 UNG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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