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FH04 VYV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,138 mi
Last recorded155,138 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 VYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 15 May 2023 155,138 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 150,778 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all x 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2021 150,608 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 May 2007 122,380 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Oil leak

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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FH04 VYV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FH04 VYV, 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 FH04 VYV registered?

FH04 VYV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is FH04 VYV safe to buy?

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