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GU04 GPX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

144,638 mi
Last recorded144,638 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 GPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 144,638 miles

offside front tyre bold on outer edge

Fail 28 Jun 2017 144,638 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front tyre bold on outer edge

Pass 30 Jun 2016 142,967 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 138,068 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 130,894 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 130,894 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 124,390 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 119,685 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2012 119,685 miles

Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 111,547 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

small cut in n/s/f tyre wall [no cords showing]

Fail 23 Mar 2011 111,508 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

small cut in n/s/f tyre wall [no cords showing]

Pass 26 Mar 2010 96,198 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 96,198 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

due to tyre wear advise wheel alignment check

Pass 23 Mar 2009 84,783 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 71,102 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 53,395 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 53,393 miles

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

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

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 GPX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 GU04 GPX, 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.

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What year was GU04 GPX registered?

GU04 GPX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2004.

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