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KO04 XSL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,974 mi
Last recorded107,974 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO04 XSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 107,974 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 98,021 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 80,160 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front disc worn

rear disc slightly worn

rear wiper and washer not working

Pass 12 Oct 2013 70,522 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 63,540 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 56,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear flexi brake hoses starting to deteriorate

nearside wing mirror slightly insecure, but not likely to fall off

Pass 9 Sep 2011 56,681 miles

both rear flexi brake hoses starting to deteriorate

nearside wing mirror slightly insecure, but not likely to fall off

Pass 31 Aug 2010 48,686 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 29 Aug 2009 41,363 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 41,363 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 31,902 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 34,615 miles

Front 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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KO04 XSL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KO04 XSL, 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.

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What year was KO04 XSL registered?

KO04 XSL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 August 2004.

Is KO04 XSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO04 XSL shows 12 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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