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HF54 MSX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

133,927 mi
Last recorded133,927 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF54 MSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 133,927 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 121,206 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 113,407 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 182,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 105,858 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 98,744 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box small hole (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 90,634 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 90,634 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 85,509 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front tyres outer edges low

Fail 1 Jul 2013 85,413 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front tyres outer edges low

Pass 13 Jul 2012 75,081 miles

n/s/r tyre on 2mm

Pass 16 Jun 2011 67,458 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 59,728 miles

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Jul 2009 51,418 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 45,771 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Aug 2007 37,057 miles

unable to carry out full test due to sill covers and undertrays

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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HF54 MSX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HF54 MSX, 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 HF54 MSX registered?

HF54 MSX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is HF54 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF54 MSX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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