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KW53 BNO

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

128,541 mi
Last recorded128,541 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW53 BNO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 128,541 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Upper (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Upper (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 124,110 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 122,714 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 121,309 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 118,848 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 116,820 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 114,868 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 111,697 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 12 Jan 2010 111,697 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 17 Jan 2008 108,628 miles

O/S/F suspension torque strut dust cover split

Pass 22 Jan 2007 83,715 miles

leak from engine/gearbox (oil or fuel) needs diagnosis

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

park brake needs adjustment

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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KW53 BNO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KW53 BNO, 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 KW53 BNO registered?

KW53 BNO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is KW53 BNO safe to buy?

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