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KV04 YBU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

160,450 mi
Last recorded160,450 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2019 160,450 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 155,320 miles

front to rear metal brake pipes surface corrrosion

Pass 29 Dec 2017 147,996 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 140,510 miles

all metal brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 23 Dec 2015 134,250 miles

rear tyres close limit

Pass 3 Dec 2014 130,206 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

metal brake pipes rear surface corrosion

Pass 30 Dec 2013 116,650 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 110,316 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 104,030 miles

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

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 11 Nov 2010 99,737 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 84,577 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 62,088 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 62,088 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 39,365 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 30,277 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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KV04 YBU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YBU, 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 KV04 YBU registered?

KV04 YBU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 April 2004.

Is KV04 YBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV04 YBU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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