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HJ54 OUO

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

132,431 mi
Last recorded132,431 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ54 OUO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 132,431 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2023 132,431 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 128,073 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 119,729 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 111,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rear coil springs heavily corroded on bottom coils

rear suspension corroded heavily

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Jul 2019 106,282 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 98,296 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 98,260 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 91,066 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 84,497 miles

exhaust emissions too low to register on gas analyser

rear exhaust very corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2016 84,497 miles

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

exhaust emissions too low to register on gas analyser

rear exhaust very corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2015 77,258 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 69,333 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 67,037 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 62,569 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 58,760 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 53,992 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 53,992 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 48,128 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 40,428 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 40,428 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2007 28,402 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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HJ54 OUO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HJ54 OUO, 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.

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What year was HJ54 OUO registered?

HJ54 OUO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 September 2004.

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