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LV04 ZVK

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

78,343 mi
Last recorded78,343 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV04 ZVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 78,343 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 78,343 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 74,270 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 73,505 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 72,472 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2020 72,472 miles

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 69,941 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 69,941 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 67,374 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 57,423 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak from gearbox

Rear brake pads worn

Fail 24 Feb 2017 57,423 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak from gearbox

Rear brake pads worn

Screw in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2016 49,250 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 46,141 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 41,180 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 38,511 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 36,567 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 33,583 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 33,583 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 31,050 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 28,077 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 23,612 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 17,492 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 ZVK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 ZVK, 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 LV04 ZVK registered?

LV04 ZVK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is LV04 ZVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV04 ZVK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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