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KM54 DWJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

104,034 mi
Last recorded104,034 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM54 DWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 104,034 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 104,034 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 104,020 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 96,281 miles

ADVISED slight damage underneath vehicle

Pass 17 Feb 2012 86,623 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 72,685 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 27 Nov 2009 67,871 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 67,859 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 24 Nov 2008 61,597 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 61,597 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 51,993 miles

Offside 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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KM54 DWJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KM54 DWJ, 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 KM54 DWJ registered?

KM54 DWJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 October 2004.

Is KM54 DWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM54 DWJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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