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HS53 FKL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,104 mi
Last recorded96,104 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS53 FKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 96,104 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 93,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged tear in outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged tear in outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 91,194 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2018 91,194 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 87,496 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 80,742 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2016 80,626 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 78,600 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2014 73,423 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 73,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 70,742 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 64,469 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2011 57,893 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 51,203 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 51,076 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2009 46,268 miles

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

srs light stays on

Pass 23 Feb 2008 41,294 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 35,053 miles

off side front tyre damaged on outer wall

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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HS53 FKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HS53 FKL, 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 HS53 FKL registered?

HS53 FKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 February 2004.

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