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HX54 RFY

2004 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

166,051 mi
Last recorded166,051 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX54 RFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 166,051 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 162,009 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 162,009 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 138,689 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/s and n/s front discs slightly worn,o/s and n/s front antiroll bar bush slight play

Pass 19 Apr 2011 107,460 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 98,866 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 81,475 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 81,475 miles

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

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 60,000 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Apr 2008 60,000 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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HX54 RFY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HX54 RFY, 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 HX54 RFY registered?

HX54 RFY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is HX54 RFY safe to buy?

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