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EY54 XEP

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

118,976 mi
Last recorded118,976 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY54 XEP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2021 118,976 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2020 111,429 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 103,969 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 94,040 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2018 94,040 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 85,690 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 85,690 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 83,789 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 77,678 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 68,599 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged (NOT TO CORDS)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 59,067 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 50,783 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 50,783 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 40,809 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 31,193 miles

All brake discs have light surface corrosion due to lack of use but performance acceptable when tested

Fail 15 Mar 2011 31,193 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

All brake discs surface have light corrosion due to lack of use but performance acceptable when tested

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 29,012 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 23,516 miles

unable to inspect brake master cylinder,front suspension & steering fully due to covers fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2008 19,584 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 19,584 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 16,778 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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EY54 XEP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EY54 XEP, 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 EY54 XEP registered?

EY54 XEP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is EY54 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY54 XEP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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