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LJ54 PLV

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,293 mi
Last recorded102,293 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 PLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 102,293 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 97,607 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 93,211 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2024 93,211 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 87,318 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 82,038 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 77,030 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 76,566 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 74,169 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 71,597 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 68,120 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 63,871 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 60,014 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 59,953 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 54,633 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 48,438 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 41,899 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 35,998 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 33,445 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 33,445 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 30,490 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)

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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LJ54 PLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJ54 PLV, 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 LJ54 PLV registered?

LJ54 PLV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2004.

Is LJ54 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ54 PLV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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