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LW04 XTP

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,861 mi
Last recorded103,861 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW04 XTP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 103,861 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2025 101,181 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 99,755 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 97,915 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 95,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 94,221 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 92,912 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 91,709 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 91,708 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 89,054 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 86,705 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 83,717 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 80,914 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 75,570 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 69,545 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 66,866 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 63,514 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2011 60,327 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 52,380 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 52,326 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 43,878 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 35,589 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 24,600 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 24,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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LW04 XTP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LW04 XTP, 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 LW04 XTP registered?

LW04 XTP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is LW04 XTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW04 XTP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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