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KE54 TVT

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

109,396 mi
Last recorded109,396 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE54 TVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 109,396 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 105,244 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both rear brake hoses slightly deteriorated

rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 14 Oct 2017 98,314 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper (2.4.G.2)

chip in windscreen but does not affect drivers view of the road

rear brake and suspension components corroded

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

wiper blades slightly worn

Fail 13 Oct 2017 98,314 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

EML on

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

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper (2.4.G.2)

chip in windscreen but does not affect drivers view of the road

rear brake and suspension components corroded

rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 29 Oct 2016 94,173 miles

EML light on

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2015 89,083 miles

engine covers /// under trayes fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 15 Oct 2015 89,083 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine covers /// under trayes fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 8 Oct 2014 83,566 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Oct 2013 78,811 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Oct 2013 78,720 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

ECU light stay on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 73,169 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 22 Oct 2012 73,169 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 66,962 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 61,465 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 55,401 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 45,106 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 36,708 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 36,708 miles

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

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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KE54 TVT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel 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 KE54 TVT, 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 KE54 TVT registered?

KE54 TVT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 November 2004.

Is KE54 TVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE54 TVT 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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