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LM04 JZF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2024
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

176,828 mi
Last recorded176,828 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM04 JZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 176,828 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside/nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2023 176,818 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside/nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 172,652 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 172,652 miles

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 165,551 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 157,952 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 157,948 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 149,175 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 149,175 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2017 134,316 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2017 134,316 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 122,591 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 122,591 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 113,518 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 97,574 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 97,539 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 83,563 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 83,527 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 66,065 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 56,411 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 52,030 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 52,030 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 45,874 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 39,821 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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LM04 JZF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM04 JZF, 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.

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What year was LM04 JZF registered?

LM04 JZF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2004.

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