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LL04 DYY

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

169,411 mi
Last recorded169,411 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL04 DYY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 169,411 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 158,536 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jul 2014 158,536 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Jul 2013 147,467 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 141,112 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 141,112 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 140,058 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 127,721 miles

SRS lamp on

front tyres different size to rear

plastic under cover fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2009 116,386 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 107,379 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 95,871 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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LL04 DYY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LL04 DYY, 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 LL04 DYY registered?

LL04 DYY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 July 2004.

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