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LK53 YCL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

114,032 mi
Last recorded114,032 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 YCL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 114,032 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2024 113,848 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 103,155 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 98,152 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 82,537 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 63,687 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 43,798 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 40,182 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 35,896 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 32,215 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 28,406 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 25,719 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 20,305 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 17,724 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 15,741 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 14,380 miles

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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LK53 YCL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LK53 YCL, 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 LK53 YCL registered?

LK53 YCL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is LK53 YCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 YCL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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