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KV04 YKJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

158,026 mi
Last recorded158,026 miles
Recorded on11 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV04 YKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2015 158,026 miles

Front and rear suspension bushes have started to perish and split

Rear metal brake pipes have started to corrode

Slight play in the offside of the steering rack

Pass 30 Apr 2014 145,509 miles

Rear brake pipes have some surface corrosion

Rear number plate starting to discolour

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 26 Apr 2013 133,330 miles

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Slight play in the nearside front anti roll bar link

Slight play in the offside front lower ball joint

Pass 26 Apr 2012 116,138 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 103,046 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 87,792 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)

Rear reg plate deteriated lamination

Pass 15 Apr 2009 10,495 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 10,489 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 36,249 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 12,686 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 12,686 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 YKJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 YKJ, 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 YKJ registered?

KV04 YKJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 April 2004.

Is KV04 YKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV04 YKJ 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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