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FV04 KXS

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

186,565 mi
Last recorded186,565 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 KXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 186,565 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Fail 12 Jul 2022 186,550 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached drop link pulled out from the ball joint (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn anti roll bar bush worn - advise change both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play has more play than near side front ( may be adjustable) (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 3 Jul 2021 183,656 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 180,612 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 173,144 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))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 164,392 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2017 155,568 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2017 155,568 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2016 145,620 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 137,221 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jul 2014 128,238 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 128,238 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 119,290 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 119,287 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 111,044 miles

side skirts fitted

Fail 13 Jul 2012 111,044 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

side skirts fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2011 102,618 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 93,360 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 85,247 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 77,293 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 68,534 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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FV04 KXS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FV04 KXS, 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 FV04 KXS registered?

FV04 KXS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 April 2004.

Is FV04 KXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV04 KXS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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