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KV54 FKP

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,695 mi
Last recorded146,695 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV54 FKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 146,695 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 146,695 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 129,709 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 129,709 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 112,943 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 92,006 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

smoke test no reading

Pass 20 Aug 2014 89,190 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 86,918 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 79,817 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 74,077 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 63,525 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 62,550 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 55,010 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 42,315 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 28,755 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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KV54 FKP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV54 FKP, 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 KV54 FKP registered?

KV54 FKP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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