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LO04 EFX

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,557 mi
Last recorded112,557 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO04 EFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 112,557 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 110,717 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 108,563 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 104,941 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 104,807 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 101,326 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 101,326 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 97,735 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2019 97,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 93,207 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 93,207 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 89,432 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 85,316 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 81,997 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 79,000 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 74,580 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 70,432 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 67,697 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 63,739 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 58,878 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 55,902 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 52,349 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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LO04 EFX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 LO04 EFX, 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 LO04 EFX?

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What year was LO04 EFX registered?

LO04 EFX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 August 2004.

Is LO04 EFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO04 EFX 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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