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KS04 UZD

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,343 mi
Last recorded140,343 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS04 UZD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 140,343 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 140,343 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 133,092 miles

Child seat fitted

Fail 10 Mar 2016 133,078 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted

Fail 6 Mar 2015 122,652 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear shocks weak,

Pass 6 Mar 2015 122,652 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear shocks weak,

Pass 10 Mar 2014 113,589 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 104,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

SRS Light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2012 95,356 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Feb 2012 95,356 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 88,122 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 82,702 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 82,601 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 60,509 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 44,423 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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KS04 UZD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KS04 UZD, 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 KS04 UZD registered?

KS04 UZD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 June 2004.

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