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FY54 GWE

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

99,267 mi
Last recorded99,267 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 GWE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 99,267 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 99,267 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 87,305 miles

covers fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection

Fail 13 Sep 2018 87,305 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

covers fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Aug 2017 74,653 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 68,718 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 62,675 miles

Engine and underside covers fitted

Both headlight lenses starting to fog

Pass 21 Aug 2014 56,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 21 Aug 2014 56,913 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 5 Sep 2013 51,005 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Aug 2013 50,928 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 45,557 miles

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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 40,282 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 37,445 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 37,445 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 34,594 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 13,439 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 25,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Sep 2007 25,011 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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FY54 GWE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FY54 GWE, 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 FY54 GWE registered?

FY54 GWE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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