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Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (0.1 (b))
Headlamp lens seriously defective Front both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Front both sides (5.3.2 (b))
Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Rear both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear (0.1 (b))
Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))
Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Headlamp are incorrectly positioned Front both sides (4.1.4 (a))
Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))
Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front both upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Front both sides (3.5 (a))
Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front both upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Showing outer wear (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Showing outer wear (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rear facing (2.5.B.1a)
Under shields and engine covers fitted obscuring certain components
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rear facing (2.5.B.1a)
Under shields and engine covers fitted obscuring certain components
nsr tyre wearing thin
Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Non obligatory mirror damaged
nsr tyre wearing thin
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
both front tyres wearing thin outer edge
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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LD54 RFY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.3%.
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 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 LD54 RFY, 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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LD54 RFY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 December 2004.
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