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H6 SMX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,367 mi
Last recorded118,367 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH6 SMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 118,367 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 115,967 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 115,967 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 113,729 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 113,713 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Both front tyres have damage to sidewalls

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking /perished no canvas showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking / perished no canvas showing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view few small stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 111,354 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 108,599 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 105,090 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 102,411 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 98,216 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 91,312 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2011 84,314 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2010 77,345 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2009 68,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2009 68,471 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)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 59,195 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 49,651 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 49,053 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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H6 SMX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H6 SMX, 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 H6 SMX registered?

H6 SMX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2004.

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The MOT history for H6 SMX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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