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FV04 USJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,533 mi
Last recorded139,533 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV04 USJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 139,533 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 136,305 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly worn on outside

Offside Front tyre slightly worn on outside

Pass 8 Aug 2014 132,478 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 126,404 miles

all rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2013 126,404 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 91,434 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 75,976 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 71,024 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 61,709 miles

raer metal brake pipes coroded

Fail 14 Aug 2009 61,709 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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)

raer metal brake pipes coroded

Pass 16 Aug 2008 51,484 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 42,721 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 42,721 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

wheel bearing not tested due to n/s/f brake binding

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 USJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FV04 USJ, 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 USJ registered?

FV04 USJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 May 2004.

Is FV04 USJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV04 USJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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