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HV54 EXE

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,289 mi
Last recorded39,289 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV54 EXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 39,289 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2025 37,311 miles

EML ON, vehicle first used before 1 July 2008

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF caster arm slightly worn and slight oil leak from bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 35,710 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2024 35,680 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2024 35,660 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2024 35,645 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Camber arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 34,276 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2023 34,182 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate limit 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 32,542 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 31,101 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play offside front camber arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 29,798 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 28,240 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play offside front lower camber arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 26,593 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 26,593 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre cracking on tread

Pass 15 Aug 2017 24,709 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Tyre is cracking on tread no cords showing

Offside Front Tyre is cracking on tread no cords showing

Undertray fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2016 22,903 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 22,903 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 20,526 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 18,343 miles

both rear tyres worn down to 2.0 mm

Pass 13 Aug 2013 16,052 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 13,584 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 13,584 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 11,372 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 9,592 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 8,089 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 8,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 6,681 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 5,046 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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HV54 EXE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HV54 EXE, 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 HV54 EXE registered?

HV54 EXE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is HV54 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV54 EXE shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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