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KY54 URB

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

132,113 mi
Last recorded132,113 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY54 URB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 132,113 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 117,654 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 117,599 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Oil leak

engine management warning remaining on

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 7 Sep 2012 95,049 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 95,049 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 88,537 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 80,882 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 29 May 2010 80,882 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 67,396 miles

n/s/front tyre void of tread to outer edge

o/s/front brake disc corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2007 59,875 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 59,875 miles

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

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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KY54 URB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KY54 URB, 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 KY54 URB registered?

KY54 URB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2004.

Is KY54 URB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY54 URB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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