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LR04 DHE

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

85,074 mi
Last recorded85,074 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR04 DHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 85,074 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on the outer edge. 195/65r15. (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise renewal ASAP. (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65r15. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise renewal ASAP. (3.5.1g)

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

Pass 6 Apr 2016 75,250 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 34,810 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 66,446 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

front wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 21 Mar 2013 63,565 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Mar 2013 63,564 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 58,651 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 54,444 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 50,263 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 42,806 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 36,771 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 29,262 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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LR04 DHE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LR04 DHE, 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 LR04 DHE registered?

LR04 DHE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 March 2004.

Is LR04 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR04 DHE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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