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GP53 WYX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

124,788 mi
Last recorded124,788 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 WYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 124,788 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 124,698 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage damage to wing (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front wheel arch covers missing and insecure

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 116,191 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 106,085 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 105,555 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 94,408 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2012 94,408 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 85,235 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 75,336 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 75,336 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 67,038 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 67,038 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 56,372 miles

nearside mirror missing

rear brake pads nearing limit

Pass 2 Nov 2007 43,902 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 33,126 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 27,654 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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GP53 WYX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GP53 WYX, 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 GP53 WYX registered?

GP53 WYX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is GP53 WYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 WYX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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