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LG54 KJV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

120,677 mi
Last recorded120,677 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG54 KJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 120,677 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 116,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 116,598 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 111,054 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 105,167 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 99,534 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 99,531 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 95,213 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated CRACKS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated CRACKS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 95,213 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated CRACKS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated CRACKS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 91,176 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 87,175 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 82,481 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 79,719 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 73,840 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 67,819 miles

near side front tyre wearing off on outside edge

Pass 15 Apr 2014 61,830 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 55,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 48,476 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 48,476 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 41,029 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 33,134 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 25,634 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 17,003 miles

ADVISE offside front tyre cut in tread

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LG54 KJV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 LG54 KJV, 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 LG54 KJV registered?

LG54 KJV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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The MOT history for LG54 KJV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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