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KS54 NVC

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

133,485 mi
Last recorded133,485 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 NVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 133,485 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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))

Surface corrosion on braking and suspension components

Pass 15 Dec 2021 129,946 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 122,904 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 116,071 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 18 Dec 2018 107,629 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 98,066 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2016 96,396 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 93,685 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 91,424 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 89,264 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 86,045 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 82,897 miles

front brake pads worn low discs poor condition

front suspension lower tie bar joint gaiters split

front tyres worn badly inner edges

rear brake pads worn low discs very poor condition

rear tyres slightly uneven wear

Fail 6 Dec 2011 82,828 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

front brake pads worn low discs poor condition

front suspension lower tie bar joint gaiters split

front tyres worn badly inner edges

rear brake pads worn low discs very poor condition

rear tyres slightly uneven wear

Pass 17 Dec 2010 74,387 miles

front brake disc lateral vent drillings blocked with brake debris

nearside rear brake disc scored

Pass 16 Dec 2009 64,591 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 50,433 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 41,598 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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KS54 NVC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KS54 NVC, 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 KS54 NVC registered?

KS54 NVC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is KS54 NVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 NVC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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