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LN54 THX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,695 mi
Last recorded97,695 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN54 THX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 97,695 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 97,527 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 97,527 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 95,681 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2020 95,656 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 94,435 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 92,559 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 90,011 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 86,729 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Oct 2016 86,728 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Oct 2015 84,311 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 81,484 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 76,437 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 76,437 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 68,075 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs distorted

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

offside rear brake disc corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2012 68,075 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs distorted

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

offside rear brake disc corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2011 64,078 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 59,758 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 59,758 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 56,609 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 51,731 miles

Offside Inner Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 46,086 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 THX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LN54 THX, 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 LN54 THX registered?

LN54 THX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 October 2004.

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