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FR04 HCF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,822 mi
Last recorded136,822 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR04 HCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 136,822 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 132,527 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 123,699 miles

brake pipes greased

underbody corrosion

Pass 13 Oct 2017 120,100 miles

headlamps lenses deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2016 114,704 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all steel pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 114,698 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all steel pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 104,492 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 92,419 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 92,416 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 82,727 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 75,857 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 67,337 miles

both front tyres cracking within tread pattern

Pass 13 Apr 2011 62,918 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 44,095 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2008 28,250 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 22,670 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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FR04 HCF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FR04 HCF, 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 FR04 HCF registered?

FR04 HCF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is FR04 HCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR04 HCF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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