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LM04 TFN

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

92,462 mi
Last recorded92,462 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM04 TFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 92,462 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Cat corroded

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 143,897 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 84,793 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear bbj. Cast arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2018 77,903 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 16 May 2018 77,835 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 12 May 2017 73,054 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 69,081 miles

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

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

front and rear brake pipe corroded

under body corroded recomended oil spray

Pass 13 May 2015 63,082 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 63,063 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 58,781 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 52,163 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 43,054 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 43,048 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 35,890 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 27,040 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 26,924 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2009 20,640 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 12,566 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 May 2007 8,781 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 TFN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LM04 TFN, 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 TFN registered?

LM04 TFN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2004.

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