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GU54 HEV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

117,516 mi
Last recorded117,516 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 HEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2015 117,516 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 117,516 miles

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

Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 99,118 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 86,600 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 74,510 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 73,749 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 69,605 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 69,605 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 65,045 miles

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

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 18 Oct 2008 59,346 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 53,428 miles

hand brake travel

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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GU54 HEV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 GU54 HEV, 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 GU54 HEV registered?

GU54 HEV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is GU54 HEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU54 HEV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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