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FV54 NXH

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,616 mi
Last recorded135,616 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 135,616 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 135,616 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 129,480 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2015 128,584 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 May 2014 114,823 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 98,594 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Fail 25 Mar 2013 98,594 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 81,487 miles

srs warning light on

Fail 1 Feb 2012 81,354 miles

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

srs light on

Pass 21 Mar 2011 69,999 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 66,017 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 59,847 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 48,895 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 44,511 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 44,511 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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FV54 NXH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NXH, 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

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What year was FV54 NXH registered?

FV54 NXH is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is FV54 NXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV54 NXH shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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