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HJ04 VTG

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

95,011 mi
Last recorded95,011 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ04 VTG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 95,011 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 93,725 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 91,376 miles

Nearside Front Worn on outer edge

Pass 23 Feb 2018 89,389 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides by hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened by hose (3.6.A.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 85,440 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 83,034 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 80,096 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 77,497 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 73,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2012 71,638 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 66,085 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 58,181 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 49,281 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 41,505 miles

shield fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection of vehicle structure

Pass 17 Dec 2007 47,307 miles

Large plastic trim fitted to under side of vehicle.Unable to inspect steering and suspension fuel and brake pipes fully

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 35,285 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 35,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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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HJ04 VTG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HJ04 VTG, 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 HJ04 VTG registered?

HJ04 VTG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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The MOT history for HJ04 VTG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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