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FM53 NNZ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

123,754 mi
Last recorded123,754 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 NNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 123,754 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2026 123,657 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 117,091 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 108,711 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 100,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 90,666 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 83,753 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 79,743 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 72,688 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 72,672 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 71,068 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 67,713 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 63,704 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 63,704 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 60,340 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 57,189 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 53,870 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 53,861 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 50,667 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 47,467 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 42,861 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 39,117 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 36,515 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 30,330 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 23,838 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 23,823 miles

n/s and o/s front tyres wearing on outer edges

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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FM53 NNZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FM53 NNZ, 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 FM53 NNZ registered?

FM53 NNZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is FM53 NNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 NNZ shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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