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K18 SCF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

68,041 mi
Last recorded68,041 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK18 SCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 68,041 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2025 68,041 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 59,900 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 57,626 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 57,626 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 56,843 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 55,971 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 55,431 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 54,809 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 53,895 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 52,834 miles

Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 51,764 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 50,180 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 25 Nov 2014 48,814 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2013 46,984 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 45,125 miles

both front tyres have cracking to sidewalls

Pass 19 Nov 2011 42,263 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 39,469 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 36,281 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 32,212 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 28,458 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 28,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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K18 SCF 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 86.4%.

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 K18 SCF, 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 K18 SCF?

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What year was K18 SCF registered?

K18 SCF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is K18 SCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K18 SCF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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