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LK04 YVR

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

154,530 mi
Last recorded154,530 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 YVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 154,530 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 154,530 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 151,782 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 149,485 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 149,485 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 146,363 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 146,363 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 143,375 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 141,703 miles

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

under-tray fitted can not be inspected

Pass 1 Nov 2019 139,305 miles

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

under-tray fitted can not be inspected

Fail 30 Oct 2019 139,292 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

under-tray fitted can not be inspected

Pass 30 Oct 2018 136,384 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 131,430 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 128,639 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 126,906 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 1,864 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013

odo meter not working

Pass 24 Oct 2012

speedo not sow millege

Pass 10 Oct 2011 9,127 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 3,435 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 19 Oct 2010 3,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 1,495 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 2,067 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 5 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

ex oil leak +cover under nith

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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LK04 YVR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LK04 YVR, 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 LK04 YVR registered?

LK04 YVR is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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