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LB53 TYP

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

89,881 mi
Last recorded89,881 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 TYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2017 89,881 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 69,477 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 57,089 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 53,162 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 48,561 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 40,697 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 35,655 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 28,792 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 22,873 miles

Rear tyres getting low on tread depth.

Pass 22 Jan 2009 17,448 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 17,395 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 12,711 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 10,794 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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LB53 TYP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LB53 TYP, 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 LB53 TYP registered?

LB53 TYP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is LB53 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB53 TYP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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