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FE04 GZL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,696 mi
Last recorded121,696 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE04 GZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 121,696 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 121,693 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 114,946 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 111,127 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 109,545 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 104,388 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 104,388 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 94,041 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 84,196 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 75,400 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 67,403 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 58,194 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 51,290 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 44,177 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 36,791 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 28,831 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,533 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 15,583 miles

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

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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FE04 GZL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FE04 GZL, 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 FE04 GZL registered?

FE04 GZL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is FE04 GZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE04 GZL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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