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GL04 EBV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

166,622 mi
Last recorded166,622 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 EBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 166,622 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 166,618 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from engine (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 May 2024 154,414 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 147,382 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 144,351 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material & front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 May 2021 140,695 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 138,451 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 132,475 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 126,039 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 119,147 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 111,415 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 101,794 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 93,002 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 85,420 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 75,292 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 64,940 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 55,488 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 48,640 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 39,547 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 30,248 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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GL04 EBV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GL04 EBV, 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 GL04 EBV registered?

GL04 EBV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 May 2004.

Is GL04 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL04 EBV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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