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FV54 VBG

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,471 mi
Last recorded94,471 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 VBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 94,471 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 94,471 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 87,836 miles

brake wear lamp on

engine warning lamp on

Pass 21 Jul 2016 78,198 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 74,577 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 73,412 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 72,136 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 70,731 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 69,475 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 67,870 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust rusty esp mountings

r/n/s tyre worn 3.5 mm

r/o/s tyre worn to 3 mm

Fail 14 Jun 2010 67,862 miles

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

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust rusty esp mountings

r/n/s tyre worn 3.5 mm

r/o/s tyre worn to 3 mm

Pass 13 Jul 2009 66,111 miles

The centre exhaust silencer joint and box is corroded.

The front suspension lower arm front bushes are perrished.

Wear noted on the front brake discs.

Wear noted on the o/s outer track rod end. Some wear also noted on the N/S. Recommend that they are replaced at the next service.

Pass 28 Dec 2007 60,269 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 VBG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FV54 VBG, 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 FV54 VBG registered?

FV54 VBG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 December 2004.

Is FV54 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV54 VBG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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