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KD04 XEL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

102,212 mi
Last recorded102,212 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD04 XEL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 102,212 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 94,587 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 83,411 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 73,522 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 64,537 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 56,767 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 54,558 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 54,169 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 53,558 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 52,967 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 52,583 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 52,253 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside wiper blade rubber worn

Pass 8 Jun 2013 51,904 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 51,058 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 50,365 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 49,584 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 49,504 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 48,291 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 48,291 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 47,253 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 47,253 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 46,087 miles

full under vehicle inspection not possible guard fitted

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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KD04 XEL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 KD04 XEL, 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 KD04 XEL registered?

KD04 XEL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is KD04 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD04 XEL 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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