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KV54 UVY

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,145 mi
Last recorded126,145 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV54 UVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 126,145 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 122,967 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 118,150 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (at rear) (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 7 Dec 2018 113,143 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 110,659 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 106,641 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 105,554 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 105,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 98,473 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 10 Oct 2014 98,451 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 87,565 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 75,495 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 69,008 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 62,578 miles

both front tyres worn on outside edge

front pads low

rear pads low

Fail 21 Feb 2011 62,578 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front tyres worn on outside edge

front pads low

rear pads low

Pass 3 Feb 2010 52,743 miles

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

osf tyre has been run flat

Pass 9 Feb 2009 45,693 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2008 37,930 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake pads wearing thin

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 UVY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KV54 UVY, 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 UVY registered?

KV54 UVY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 October 2004.

Is KV54 UVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV54 UVY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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