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GU04 GLK

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

64,352 mi
Last recorded64,352 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 GLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 64,352 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 61,051 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2025 61,051 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 57,878 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 54,124 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 51,407 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 50,264 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 50,261 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 47,282 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 46,356 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 44,535 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 43,768 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 42,991 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 42,098 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 41,185 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 39,197 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 36,248 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 33,201 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 29,911 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 25,435 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 21,688 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 17,766 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 13,791 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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GU04 GLK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 GU04 GLK, 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 GU04 GLK registered?

GU04 GLK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is GU04 GLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU04 GLK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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