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GV54 EFE

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

104,337 mi
Last recorded104,337 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 EFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 104,337 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 93,391 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 85,912 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2015 85,912 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 71,707 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 71,698 miles

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 60,300 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 60,300 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 53,778 miles

front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Fail 15 Jan 2013 53,778 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 16 Jan 2012 50,997 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

rear exhaust condition

Fail 13 Jan 2012 50,997 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

rear exhaust condition

Pass 13 Jan 2011 48,203 miles

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 Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 21 Dec 2009 45,836 miles

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)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 43,523 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 40,266 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 39,095 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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GV54 EFE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GV54 EFE, 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

How do I check the history of GV54 EFE?

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What year was GV54 EFE registered?

GV54 EFE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2004.

Is GV54 EFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV54 EFE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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