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FM04 LZJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

161,160 mi
Last recorded161,160 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 LZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 161,160 miles

Both inner rack ends have play

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint n/s/r outer spring carrier (track control arm) bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 161,151 miles

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

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint n/s/f, rear suspension arm (ball joint facing up) (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint o/s/f, front suspension arm (ball joint facing down) (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint o/s/r outer spring carrier (track control arm) bush (2.4.G.2)

Both inner rack ends have play

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint n/s/r outer spring carrier (track control arm) bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 152,307 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both rear link arms (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear anti-roll bar D-bushes (2.4.G.2)

EML illuminated

Pass 9 Mar 2015 145,427 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 140,757 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 130,646 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 118,725 miles

wear in outer edge of nearside front tyre.

Pass 24 May 2011 102,726 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 86,382 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 68,935 miles

Various chips in windscreen within mot limits

Pass 16 May 2008 50,828 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 35,303 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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FM04 LZJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FM04 LZJ, 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 FM04 LZJ registered?

FM04 LZJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is FM04 LZJ safe to buy?

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