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GU04 VGC

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

107,048 mi
Last recorded107,048 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 VGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 107,048 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 96,165 miles

Front disc's slightly worn,pitted.

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front wearing on edge's. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 96,125 miles

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

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

Front disc's slightly worn,pitted.

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front wearing on edge's. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 89,308 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 83,000 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 79,454 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 79,453 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 May 2014 74,485 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 74,485 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 65,252 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 57,684 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 50,022 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 43,525 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 36,671 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 36,651 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 29,208 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 22,987 miles

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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 VGC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VGC, 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 VGC registered?

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

Is GU04 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU04 VGC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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