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L20 SJC

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,774 mi
Last recorded35,774 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 SJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 35,774 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2025 33,517 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 30,763 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 28,159 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 26,182 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 24,654 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 24,020 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 24,020 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 22,259 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 24 Sep 2018 21,785 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 20,974 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 20,664 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 20,060 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 19,177 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Sep 2014 19,177 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 18,123 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2012 17,228 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2011 16,171 miles

Engine Management warning on.

Pass 22 Sep 2010 14,635 miles

minor play n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 23 Sep 2009 13,303 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 11,797 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 11,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 9,992 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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L20 SJC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 L20 SJC, 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 L20 SJC registered?

L20 SJC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is L20 SJC safe to buy?

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