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LW53 BKZ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

89,831 mi
Last recorded89,831 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW53 BKZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2015 89,831 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 80,324 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 69,637 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2012 62,019 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 55,786 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2011 50,417 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 50,417 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 45,367 miles

UNABLE TO CHECK TOP MOUNTS,BRAKE PIVOT AND FUEL LINES DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

Pass 24 Dec 2008 40,730 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 40,706 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 35,345 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 35,345 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 27,386 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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LW53 BKZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LW53 BKZ, 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 LW53 BKZ registered?

LW53 BKZ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 January 2004.

Is LW53 BKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW53 BKZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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