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GK54 XLV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

130,407 mi
Last recorded130,407 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK54 XLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 130,407 miles

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 Sep 2021 130,264 miles

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working top middle (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 114,259 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 99,393 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2019 99,393 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 77,670 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 69,364 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 64,108 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 59,352 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 53,906 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 53,906 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 49,528 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 42,533 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 34,275 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 28,036 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 28,036 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 21,266 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 18,105 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 15,564 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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GK54 XLV 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 78.9%.

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 GK54 XLV, 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 GK54 XLV registered?

GK54 XLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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