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LV04 BVE

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,696 mi
Last recorded147,696 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV04 BVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 147,696 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 159,071 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 144,619 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 135,421 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 126,513 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 114,502 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 101,624 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 86,437 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 73,512 miles

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut poor condition

Fail 12 Feb 2010 73,512 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut poor condition

Pass 3 Mar 2009 61,002 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 60,987 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 46,771 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 46,771 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 3 Mar 2007 31,919 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 31,919 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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LV04 BVE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BVE, 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 BVE registered?

LV04 BVE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is LV04 BVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV04 BVE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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