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KV04 UFM

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,269 mi
Last recorded138,269 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV04 UFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 138,269 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 128,432 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 20 Apr 2015 118,847 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 109,789 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2012 90,714 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 80,930 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake discs worn

Fail 10 May 2011 80,856 miles

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

front brake discs corroded + pads low

Pass 29 Nov 2009 62,054 miles

REAR BRAKE-PADS ARE EXTREMELY LOW (VIEW OBSCURED TO FULLY DETERMINE) & A LITTLE PLAY NOTED IN FRONT HUBS (O/S MORESO). Thanx.

Pass 10 Nov 2008 49,123 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 25,826 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 25,286 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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KV04 UFM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KV04 UFM, 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 KV04 UFM registered?

KV04 UFM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is KV04 UFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV04 UFM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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