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LV04 BVA

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

104,882 mi
Last recorded104,882 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV04 BVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 104,882 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 104,882 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn O/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded O/s & n/s to flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 102,273 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 96,754 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 89,829 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 84,318 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 78,908 miles

engine light on

Pass 4 Aug 2014 73,663 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 67,998 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 61,631 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 30 Jul 2012 61,631 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 52,896 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 50,670 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 47,617 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 44,514 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 26,398 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle is fitted with snow tyres & are 'H' rated.

Pass 16 May 2007 26,398 miles

Vehicle is fitted with snow tyres & are 'H' rated.

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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LV04 BVA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LV04 BVA, 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 LV04 BVA registered?

LV04 BVA is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 March 2004.

Is LV04 BVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV04 BVA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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