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LN04 BKL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

63,254 mi
Last recorded63,254 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN04 BKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 63,254 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 60,410 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 57,425 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 53,786 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 50,772 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 47,426 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 44,370 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 41,977 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 41,165 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 39,541 miles

Both rear coil springs corroded

Front brake discs slightly ridged

Service light on 310 days overdue

Slight misting around automatic transmission sump

Slight water leak from T- junction under expansion tank

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 18 May 2015 36,706 miles

Nearside Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 May 2014 33,080 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 15 May 2014 33,079 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 May 2013 29,654 miles

n/s/f anti-roll bar link top dust cover split

parking brake travel close to excess

slight oil leak

Pass 18 May 2012 26,309 miles
Pass 1 May 2011 22,359 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 17,890 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 12,899 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 12,899 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 8,176 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 7,400 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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LN04 BKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 LN04 BKL, 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 LN04 BKL registered?

LN04 BKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2004.

Is LN04 BKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN04 BKL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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