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GU54 RKF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Green Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

125,714 mi
Last recorded125,714 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 RKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 125,714 miles

Nearside Front tyre heavily worn inner edge

Offside Front tyre heavily worn outer edge

engine cover obscuring components in engine bay

extensive undertrays unable to carry out full underside inspections

oversills unable to carry out full sill inspections

Pass 8 Sep 2015 118,103 miles

engine cover obscuring some components in engine bay

extensive undertrays fitted unable to carry out full inspections

oversills fitted unable to carry out full sill inspections

tow ball not fitted to tow bar at time of test

Fail 4 Sep 2015 118,094 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

engine cover obscuring some components in engine bay

extensive undertrays fitted unable to carry out full inspections

oversills fitted unable to carry out full sill inspections

tow ball not fitted to tow bar at time of test

Pass 23 Nov 2012 93,244 miles

both rear tyres worn low

Fail 15 Oct 2011 78,095 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake discs worn

minor chips to windscreen

Pass 15 Oct 2011 78,095 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake discs worn

minor chips to windscreen

Pass 27 Oct 2010 61,669 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 43,900 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 43,900 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 38,284 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 27,409 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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GU54 RKF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 RKF, 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 GU54 RKF registered?

GU54 RKF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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