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FX04 WWS

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

219,501 mi
Last recorded219,501 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 WWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 219,501 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 218,319 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 216,360 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 213,442 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 208,234 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 208,234 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 196,063 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 186,203 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 174,494 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 163,479 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 151,343 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 151,343 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 140,521 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 127,017 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 114,984 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 114,984 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 103,751 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 103,566 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 85,911 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 85,911 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 59,919 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 59,919 miles

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

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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FX04 WWS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 FX04 WWS, 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 FX04 WWS registered?

FX04 WWS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2004.

Is FX04 WWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX04 WWS shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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