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HD04 XBA

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

183,335 mi
Last recorded183,335 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD04 XBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 183,335 miles

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 164,162 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 155,503 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 145,969 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 137,772 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 137,772 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 127,671 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 116,512 miles

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

front tyres worn on edge

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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HD04 XBA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HD04 XBA, 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 HD04 XBA registered?

HD04 XBA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 July 2004.

Is HD04 XBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD04 XBA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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