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FV54 KCX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

107,519 mi
Last recorded107,519 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 KCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2015 107,519 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 107,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 98,992 miles

parking brake light does not light up

Fail 27 Aug 2014 98,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

parking brake light does not light up

Pass 28 Aug 2013 91,375 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 91,375 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 83,250 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 83,250 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 73,148 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 67,595 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing outside edge

nearside rear brake disc pitted

Pass 19 Oct 2009 51,638 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Oct 2009 51,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 48,808 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 42,248 miles

plastic under trays fitted unable to carry out full inspection

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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FV54 KCX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV54 KCX, 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 FV54 KCX?

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What year was FV54 KCX registered?

FV54 KCX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 November 2004.

Is FV54 KCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV54 KCX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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