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KW04 XDE

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

193,605 mi
Last recorded193,605 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW04 XDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 193,605 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Under Vehicle surface corrosion

Fail 24 Oct 2024 193,605 miles

Rear Position lamp not working Nearside and Offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Under Vehicle surface corrosion

Pass 30 Oct 2023 184,962 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Nearside and Offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front and Rear (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Under Vehicle Surface Corrosion

Fail 30 Oct 2023 184,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Nearside and Offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Under Vehicle Surface Corrosion

Pass 19 Oct 2022 175,606 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 173,109 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 173,094 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 170,925 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 164,233 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 157,412 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 149,138 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 141,808 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 141,808 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 134,815 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 123,325 miles

front brake pads approx 70% worn

Pass 11 Apr 2013 114,475 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 103,861 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 87,842 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 72,956 miles

both rear tyres on limit

Pass 17 Apr 2009 59,800 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

transmission leak

Pass 28 Mar 2008 47,144 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 28,867 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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KW04 XDE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 KW04 XDE, 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 KW04 XDE registered?

KW04 XDE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is KW04 XDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW04 XDE shows 22 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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