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LN54 SZF

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,171 mi
Last recorded67,171 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN54 SZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 67,171 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2025 67,171 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 54,044 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2024 54,033 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 49,701 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 44,405 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 44,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 43,650 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 43,584 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 43,266 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 42,031 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 40,602 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 36,832 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 36,832 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 33,123 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 28,307 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 26,251 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 23,079 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 18,079 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 18,079 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 14,212 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 11,645 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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LN54 SZF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 LN54 SZF, 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 LN54 SZF registered?

LN54 SZF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2004.

Is LN54 SZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN54 SZF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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