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GL04 XFM

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

119,549 mi
Last recorded119,549 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 XFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 119,549 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 119,475 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 119,379 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 117,526 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 112,497 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 107,014 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 104,334 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 101,109 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 101,108 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 98,249 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 94,277 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 90,994 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 87,306 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 87,301 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2013 83,129 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 79,943 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 75,742 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 67,919 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 58,686 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 58,686 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 May 2008 47,577 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Apr 2007 35,610 miles

slight play in near side front track rod

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 XFM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 XFM, 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 XFM registered?

GL04 XFM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is GL04 XFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL04 XFM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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