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HK54 FZD

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,675 mi
Last recorded124,675 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK54 FZD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 124,675 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 117,265 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ONLY JUST LEGAL (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ONLY JUST LEGAL (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 117,263 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ONLY JUST LEGAL (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ONLY JUST LEGAL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 103,319 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 91,211 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2021 91,209 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 80,268 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2020 80,254 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 75,018 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 May 2019 75,017 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 May 2018 74,203 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 72,971 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 72,040 miles

Damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall.

Pass 11 May 2015 71,425 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 68,575 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 64,875 miles

engine light on

near side front tyre worn low on outer edge

Pass 19 Nov 2012 56,555 miles

both rear tyres close to wear bars

Pass 2 Nov 2011 48,239 miles

front brake discs have advanced wear

slight damage to nearside front tyre wall

Pass 26 Nov 2010 42,068 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 42,059 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 36,838 miles

n/s/r and o/s/f tyres cut on inner sidewalls

Pass 11 Nov 2008 30,631 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 24,475 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 24,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

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HK54 FZD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HK54 FZD, 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 HK54 FZD registered?

HK54 FZD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is HK54 FZD safe to buy?

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