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HS04 VTF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,443 mi
Last recorded135,443 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS04 VTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 135,443 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

engine management light on

Pass 8 Aug 2011 125,719 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 125,399 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 106,269 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 106,253 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 86,723 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 70,460 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 53,188 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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HS04 VTF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 HS04 VTF, 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

How do I check the history of HS04 VTF?

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What year was HS04 VTF registered?

HS04 VTF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 August 2004.

Is HS04 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS04 VTF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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