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FM04 TYK

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,855 mi
Last recorded45,855 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 TYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 45,855 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 45,145 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 45,145 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 44,645 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2023 41,066 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 41,066 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 38,039 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 35,940 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 35,263 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 34,278 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 33,501 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Slight imbalance of N/S/R brake. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2017 32,496 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 30,490 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 29,627 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 28,854 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 27,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2012 26,054 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

Small nail head showing in tread area of offside rear tyre.

Pass 24 May 2011 24,355 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 21,952 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 18,729 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 15,432 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 12,853 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 TYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FM04 TYK, 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 TYK registered?

FM04 TYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 June 2004.

Is FM04 TYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 TYK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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