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KN54 CZL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,389 mi
Last recorded84,389 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN54 CZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 84,389 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2025 83,390 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2025 83,390 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

EML on

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 82,700 miles

EML on

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 81,736 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 80,765 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 80,008 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 79,207 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 79,081 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 77,777 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 77,777 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 76,707 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 74,983 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 71,524 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 67,262 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 62,995 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 62,952 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

nearside front wiper could be better

Pass 12 Sep 2012 59,194 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 59,194 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Apr 2012 56,207 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 56,207 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 46,163 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 36,355 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 36,355 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 28,113 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 22,774 miles

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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KN54 CZL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KN54 CZL, 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 KN54 CZL registered?

KN54 CZL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is KN54 CZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN54 CZL shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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