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LK53 RPY

2004 Mercedes-benz 350

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

86,146 mi
Last recorded86,146 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 35072,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 RPY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2024 86,146 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 83,390 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 83,112 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 83,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 80,858 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2021 80,858 miles

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

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

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 78,065 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 73,967 miles

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 71,449 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 67,401 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 64,852 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit & has cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 60,452 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 55,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 55,414 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 52,141 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 45,475 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 39,126 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 37,224 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 36,398 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 36,398 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 35,898 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 350?

Based on 11,867 MOT tests across 1,405 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
1,405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 748
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 543
brake binding 449
Headlamp aim too low 313
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 299
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LK53 RPY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 350 in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 72,569 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 350 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK53 RPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LK53 RPY registered?

LK53 RPY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 21 January 2004.

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