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KY04 VPU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

102,316 mi
Last recorded102,316 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY04 VPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 102,316 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 99,130 miles

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

Offside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 96,176 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 92,206 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 88,169 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 84,123 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 80,715 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 80,715 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2018 74,780 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 74,780 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 70,200 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 70,200 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 65,981 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 62,440 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 58,641 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 55,226 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2012 52,232 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 47,740 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 42,942 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 42,866 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 37,695 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 32,894 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 27,983 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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KY04 VPU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KY04 VPU, 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 KY04 VPU registered?

KY04 VPU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is KY04 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY04 VPU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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