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KP04 VXE

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

109,088 mi
Last recorded109,088 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP04 VXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 109,088 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2023 109,088 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 100,154 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 89,329 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 88,674 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2018 86,829 miles

Brake Pipe Are Slightly Corroded

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 22 Oct 2018 86,829 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake Pipe Are Slightly Corroded

Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 25 Sep 2017 82,644 miles

Engine Light On

Exhaust System is Corroded

Front Disc Has Slightly Lipped

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 18 Aug 2016 77,541 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 72,104 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 65,780 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 53,401 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 47,945 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 47,945 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 44,130 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 39,065 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 33,023 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 26,204 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2008 26,204 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 22,188 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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KP04 VXE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 miles. This 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 KP04 VXE, 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 KP04 VXE registered?

KP04 VXE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 May 2004.

Is KP04 VXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP04 VXE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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