CarVerify

Free Car Check

KU54 LYZ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

120,185 mi
Last recorded120,185 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU54 LYZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 120,185 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 116,802 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 13 Sep 2022 116,793 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2021 108,555 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear n/s and o/s suspension arms corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2020 103,035 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 103,001 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake slight rubbing noise

Pass 3 Sep 2019 99,952 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 97,167 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 97,162 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 94,236 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 92,228 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 88,897 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 84,025 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 77,852 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 74,522 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 70,922 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 67,711 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 62,746 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 56,569 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 48,647 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KU54 LYZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KU54 LYZ, 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 KU54 LYZ?

You can check the full history of KU54 LYZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KU54 LYZ registered?

KU54 LYZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is KU54 LYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU54 LYZ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU54 LYZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KU54 LYZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.