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LM53 UZC

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

302,201 mi
Last recorded302,201 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 UZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 302,201 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general under body corrosion to rear

Pass 9 May 2025 289,208 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 272,210 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 256,840 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 251,281 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 248,539 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 245,459 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 240,278 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 236,455 miles

Nearside Front BRAKE HOSE SLIGHTLY TWISTED

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

PARKING PARK EFFICIENCY ON LIMITS 16%

Rear NUMBER PLATE SLIGHTLY DETERIORATED

Pass 18 Mar 2017 232,535 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 229,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a small cut in the side wall

Pass 9 Jan 2015 223,471 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 218,775 miles

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

near side front brake hose very slightly twisted

near side front inner power steering rack tie rod joint slight free travel

Pass 31 Dec 2012 211,749 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 204,540 miles

near side front brake hose slightly twisted

Fail 19 Dec 2011 204,540 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

near side front brake hose slightly twisted

Pass 19 Jan 2011 193,293 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 174,346 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 157,494 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 142,425 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 108,084 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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LM53 UZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 LM53 UZC, 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 LM53 UZC registered?

LM53 UZC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is LM53 UZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 UZC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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