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FL04 VLP

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

133,309 mi
Last recorded133,309 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL04 VLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 133,309 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 129,368 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 117,801 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 113,540 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 107,859 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 103,533 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 103,533 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 95,841 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2019 95,839 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 87,179 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 May 2017 81,502 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 75,949 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 70,759 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 65,100 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 59,412 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 54,108 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 47,960 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Feb 2010 40,169 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 30,961 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 25,056 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 20,112 miles

Nearside 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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FL04 VLP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FL04 VLP, 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 FL04 VLP?

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What year was FL04 VLP registered?

FL04 VLP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 March 2004.

Is FL04 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL04 VLP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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