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KS04 ZTL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

109,488 mi
Last recorded109,488 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS04 ZTL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 109,488 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 99,698 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 99,698 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear most arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear most arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 83,181 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2021 83,181 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jun 2019 69,344 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 67,234 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 59,253 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 46,821 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)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 44,029 miles

E.M.L light on

both rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 7 Oct 2014 40,833 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 38,861 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 36,488 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 34,668 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 34,668 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 32,076 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 27,099 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 23,131 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 19,091 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 ZTL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KS04 ZTL, 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

How do I check the history of KS04 ZTL?

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What year was KS04 ZTL registered?

KS04 ZTL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 June 2004.

Is KS04 ZTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS04 ZTL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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