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HT53 PJV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

108,244 mi
Last recorded108,244 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 PJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 108,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is worn very low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 94,336 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Dec 2024 94,335 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 93,973 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Jan 2024 93,973 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jan 2023 92,042 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 92,040 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 89,630 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 87,573 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 87,573 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 85,543 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 85,543 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 81,700 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2019 81,700 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2018 77,937 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside mirror lens temp secured

Pass 7 Jan 2017 74,109 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Under Covers Fitted To Vehicle

Pass 8 Jan 2016 66,986 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2015 61,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 61,197 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 56,068 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 56,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 49,600 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 49,591 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 10 Jan 2012 45,026 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 39,852 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 36,040 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 32,893 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 27,359 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 18,488 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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HT53 PJV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HT53 PJV, 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 HT53 PJV registered?

HT53 PJV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 February 2004.

Is HT53 PJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 PJV shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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