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LD04 RUA

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

42,182 mi
Last recorded42,182 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD04 RUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 42,182 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 41,344 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 40,606 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 40,603 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 39,934 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 38,664 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 35,169 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2015 35,169 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 32,848 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 32,848 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 29,798 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 26,301 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 23,176 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 20,557 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 18,001 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 13,795 miles

damage to tyre sidewalls

front number plate condition poor

Pass 26 Mar 2007 9,697 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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LD04 RUA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LD04 RUA, 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 LD04 RUA registered?

LD04 RUA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 2004.

Is LD04 RUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD04 RUA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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