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LW53 BPO

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

120,963 mi
Last recorded120,963 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW53 BPO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 120,963 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Feb 2018 120,963 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced N/S/F and O/S/F (1.7.5a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Feb 2017 111,909 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 111,909 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 101,932 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 101,932 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both flexi hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 85,525 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 72,933 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 63,983 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 50,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 66,945 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 34,698 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 33,161 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 27,903 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 27,900 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight wear on front brake discs

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 BPO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LW53 BPO, 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 LW53 BPO registered?

LW53 BPO is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is LW53 BPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW53 BPO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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