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KU04 JPS

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,401 mi
Last recorded81,401 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU04 JPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 81,401 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 76,441 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 71,540 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Dec 2019 71,540 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 68,427 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 67,036 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 59,685 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 50,993 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 43,098 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 39,838 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight seaping gear oil

Pass 13 Apr 2013 37,853 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 35,961 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 May 2011 33,779 miles

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

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

Fail 4 May 2011 33,779 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 29,207 miles

small cut on near sidefront outer tyre wall close to rim.

Pass 16 Apr 2009 23,705 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 17,918 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 18 Jun 2007 13,704 miles

nearside front outer tyre wall have small cuts.

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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KU04 JPS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KU04 JPS, 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 KU04 JPS registered?

KU04 JPS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 May 2004.

Is KU04 JPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU04 JPS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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