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GX53 VGT

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

162,386 mi
Last recorded162,386 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 VGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 162,386 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 162,385 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 155,490 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 148,850 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front tyres are worn low on the inner and outer edges.

Pass 15 Sep 2014 141,564 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 133,661 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 12,278 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 12,273 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 110,381 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 110,354 miles

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

rear bumper missing

Pass 23 Mar 2010 103,899 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 97,542 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 75,982 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 57,978 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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GX53 VGT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GX53 VGT, 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 GX53 VGT registered?

GX53 VGT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is GX53 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 VGT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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