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HWC 77

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,686 mi
Last recorded37,686 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWC 77
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 37,686 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 36,293 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 34,455 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump pan area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 32,490 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 31,674 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 31,162 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jun 2020 30,777 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 30,349 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jun 2018 29,967 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 29,250 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 28,750 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 28,750 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 27,189 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 25,801 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 24,543 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 22,369 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 22,369 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 20,287 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 17,495 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 15,784 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,480 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 11,045 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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HWC 77 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HWC 77, 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 HWC 77 registered?

HWC 77 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 July 2004.

Is HWC 77 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWC 77 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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