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LR04 XXS

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

159,492 mi
Last recorded159,492 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR04 XXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 159,492 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 148,755 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 148,755 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 137,697 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 131,131 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 131,131 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 129,224 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 126,778 miles

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

Exhaust system deteriorated

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake release lever broken

Fail 16 Nov 2020 126,776 miles

Sub-frame ball joint excessively worn Nearside front rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear valve stems perished

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

Exhaust system deteriorated

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake release lever broken

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear and heavily perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 123,093 miles

Both rear tyres have 3mm tread depth left.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes out to flexible hoses. (1.1.11 (c))

Centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded through.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake release lever broken.

Fail 15 Nov 2019 123,090 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres have 3mm tread depth left.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes out to flexible hoses. (1.1.11 (c))

Centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded through.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer corroded. (6.1.2 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing not checked because brake binding on.

Parking brake release lever broken.

Pass 14 Nov 2018 119,555 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front slight brake bind

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flex hoses (1.1.11 (c))

edge wear on front tyres

Fail 14 Nov 2018 119,555 miles

edge wear on front tyres

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front slight brake bind

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flex hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 116,291 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Various brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 112,587 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 108,134 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 103,784 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Sep 2013 100,211 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Sep 2012 95,844 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 90,966 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 77,712 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 70,004 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2009 69,997 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2008 60,931 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 58,347 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)

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 XXS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 XXS, 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 LR04 XXS registered?

LR04 XXS is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 April 2004.

Is LR04 XXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR04 XXS shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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