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K999 RYA

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,964 mi
Last recorded92,964 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK999 RYA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 92,964 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH TRACK RODS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S & N/S (245/40/17) (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2026 92,964 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn O/S & N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH TRACK RODS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S & N/S (245/40/17) (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2025 88,219 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

wiper smearing

Pass 9 Oct 2024 84,116 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 9 Oct 2024 84,116 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2023 80,443 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2022 77,882 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides Front Arm Inner Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides Rear Arm Inner Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre Wearing On Edges

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both Sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2021 75,965 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nsr / osr

Pass 26 Sep 2020 73,759 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 71,937 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 68,157 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2017 61,185 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 57,340 miles

front brake discs lipped

Pass 28 Sep 2015 55,513 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2015 55,476 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 53,712 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 53,701 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has deep cut on outer wall(no cords or ply exposed time of test)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 51,929 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 48,548 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Sep 2011 42,832 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 36,928 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 30,992 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 25,323 miles

offside front tyre wearing in outer edge

offside rear inner wing mud shield insecure

Pass 6 Oct 2007 18,843 miles

Nearside Rear 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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K999 RYA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K999 RYA, 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 K999 RYA registered?

K999 RYA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is K999 RYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K999 RYA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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