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KR54 FNV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,603 mi
Last recorded90,603 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 FNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 90,603 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view middle cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Fail 29 Nov 2025 90,547 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2024 90,460 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 89,858 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 89,558 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 85,619 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn bad on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre at low tread at 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has low tread at 2/3mm and tyre also perished/cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Vehicle Undertrays fitted obscuring view to underside

Fail 27 Nov 2020 85,617 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower rear arm, outer ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn bad on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre at low tread at 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has low tread at 2/3mm and tyre also perished/cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Vehicle Undertrays fitted obscuring view to underside

Pass 24 Sep 2019 80,598 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 79,704 miles

pass and adviced component corrosion

Pass 18 Sep 2017 77,047 miles

presenter adviced

Pass 19 Sep 2016 73,936 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 72,214 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 69,590 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2013 68,378 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2012 65,991 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 64,031 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 64,031 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 57,790 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 50,738 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 42,300 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 33,709 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 FNV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FNV, 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 KR54 FNV registered?

KR54 FNV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 December 2004.

Is KR54 FNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR54 FNV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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