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FM53 NPP

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,779 mi
Last recorded93,779 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 NPP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2016 93,779 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 93,774 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective missing (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 91,837 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 90,230 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 88,029 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 83,665 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 83,655 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 80,415 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 76,080 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 71,557 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 65,392 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 58,944 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 51,248 miles

Offside Front 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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FM53 NPP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 NPP, 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 FM53 NPP?

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What year was FM53 NPP registered?

FM53 NPP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is FM53 NPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 NPP shows 13 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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