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J8 HCN

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,253 mi
Last recorded26,253 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 HCN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 26,253 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 24,153 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 22,012 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 19,783 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 18,292 miles

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 16,979 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 16,831 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 15,735 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 14,775 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 13,914 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 13,914 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 13,688 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 13,152 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 12,790 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 10 Jul 2013 12,108 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 11,663 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 10,777 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 10,271 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 9,065 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 7,255 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 5,516 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 5,516 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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J8 HCN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 J8 HCN, 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 J8 HCN registered?

J8 HCN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is J8 HCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 HCN 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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