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KR54 UXB

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

141,443 mi
Last recorded141,443 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 UXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 141,443 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2025 141,443 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 141,297 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 131,025 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 125,805 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 115,090 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 115,090 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 99,092 miles

under body cover fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 16 Jun 2021 99,092 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under body cover fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 8 Jun 2020 86,102 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 81,015 miles

under body cover fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 24 May 2018 73,242 miles

under side body tray fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 24 Apr 2017 64,294 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 58,085 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 51,158 miles

frt pads getting low

Pass 22 May 2014 44,109 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2014 44,097 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2013 38,633 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 35,225 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 35,222 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

TYRE SIZE 205/55/R16/91V. CONTINENTAL SPORT CONTACT.

Pass 17 May 2011 32,080 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 27,632 miles

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

n/s/f tyre badly worn edges

o/s/f tyre badly worn edges

Fail 24 May 2010 27,632 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

n/s/f tyre badly worn edges

Pass 19 May 2009 23,879 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 21,336 miles

front pads wearing thin

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 UXB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UXB, 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 UXB registered?

KR54 UXB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is KR54 UXB safe to buy?

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