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KR54 FMF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,324 mi
Last recorded127,324 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 FMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 127,324 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 127,324 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 127,179 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front 17% rear 6% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Fog light glass broken

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Slight foot brake travel

Pass 30 Jul 2019 107,908 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 93,894 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 86,751 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 78,540 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 72,484 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 72,484 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 63,730 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 55,146 miles

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

advise offside rear tyre has cut to sidewall ,but not deep enough to reach cords

Fail 19 Mar 2013 55,146 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise offside rear tyre has cut to sidewall ,but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 17 Aug 2012 52,087 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 46,168 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 43,081 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 12 Aug 2009 39,967 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 37,250 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 30,353 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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KR54 FMF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KR54 FMF, 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 KR54 FMF registered?

KR54 FMF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 December 2004.

Is KR54 FMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR54 FMF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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