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FC04 HNJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

133,910 mi
Last recorded133,910 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC04 HNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2015 133,910 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Both rear brake calipers sprayed with oil.

Pass 18 Aug 2014 113,985 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 5 Jul 2013 105,692 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 101,675 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 97,133 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 91,288 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 82,653 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 82,653 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 73,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2007 65,954 miles

Front 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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FC04 HNJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FC04 HNJ, 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 FC04 HNJ registered?

FC04 HNJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 July 2004.

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