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LX04 UNW

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

51,081 mi
Last recorded51,081 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX04 UNW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 51,081 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both left and right (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 50,961 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 50,622 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 50,307 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 50,006 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 50,006 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 49,528 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 48,223 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Feb 2019 48,223 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 46,800 miles

rear road springs corroded but not broken

Pass 22 Feb 2017 45,521 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 44,189 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 41,945 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 39,482 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 36,570 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 19 Feb 2013 36,570 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 33,563 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 30,047 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 25,597 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 21,159 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 19,362 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 15,820 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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LX04 UNW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LX04 UNW, 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 LX04 UNW registered?

LX04 UNW is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2004.

Is LX04 UNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX04 UNW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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