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HY04 NBJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

77,587 mi
Last recorded77,587 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY04 NBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 77,587 miles

eml on

indicator stalk

Fail 17 Apr 2018 77,580 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

eml on

indicator stalk

Pass 20 Apr 2017 73,316 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 73,303 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer bracket weld slit (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 70,334 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 67,122 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 65,851 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 61,157 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 56,326 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 56,302 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 51,919 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 46,971 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Oct 2009 41,666 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 36,643 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 36,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 33,319 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 24,810 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 24,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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HY04 NBJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HY04 NBJ, 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

How do I check the history of HY04 NBJ?

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What year was HY04 NBJ registered?

HY04 NBJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2004.

Is HY04 NBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY04 NBJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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