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HX54 VTK

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,454 mi
Last recorded98,454 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX54 VTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2026 98,454 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 91,870 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 82,118 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 72,118 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 62,484 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 57,872 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 57,408 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 55,792 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Apr 2018 53,594 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 51,425 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 48,549 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 44,700 miles

front cross strut bushes starting to delaminate

slight oil leak from transmission

Pass 22 Apr 2014 40,340 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 36,745 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 32,812 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 27,852 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2010 24,017 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 18,451 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,156 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 10,797 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 VTK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HX54 VTK, 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 HX54 VTK registered?

HX54 VTK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is HX54 VTK safe to buy?

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