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LN54 TKC

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

92,623 mi
Last recorded92,623 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN54 TKC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 92,623 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 92,103 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

o/s/mirror glass fading

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 23 Jan 2025 92,103 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

o/s/mirror glass fading

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 25 Jan 2024 91,138 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 89,772 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair h/brake (1.2.1 (c))

h/brake pedal slight travel

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 24 Jan 2023 89,772 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair h/brake (1.2.1 (c))

h/brake pedal slight travel

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 20 Jan 2022 88,390 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 87,286 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

parking brake travel requires ajustment

Pass 18 Jan 2020 86,298 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 86,294 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 84,086 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 84,059 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 26 Jan 2018 81,813 miles

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 26 Jan 2018 81,811 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint as chalked (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 17 Jan 2017 79,095 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 76,100 miles

engine and underside covers obscuring components

Pass 26 Jan 2015 74,619 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 72,399 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 72,396 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 70,270 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 63,257 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 27 Jan 2011 57,064 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 56,933 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 46,405 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 46,385 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

plastic covers fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2008 34,364 miles

nsr brake slightly binding

plastic covers fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2007 27,485 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 TKC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 TKC, 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

How do I check the history of LN54 TKC?

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What year was LN54 TKC registered?

LN54 TKC is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 December 2004.

Is LN54 TKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN54 TKC shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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