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LX54 YRM

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

65,949 mi
Last recorded65,949 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX54 YRM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 65,949 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 64,331 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 62,625 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 60,514 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 59,225 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 59,225 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 57,712 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 55,166 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 55,166 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 52,597 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 48,458 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2017 45,458 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 44,464 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 44,464 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 38,297 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 38,297 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 33,529 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 30,207 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 28,268 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 25,311 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 21,476 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 18,182 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 13,327 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 11,309 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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LX54 YRM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LX54 YRM, 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 LX54 YRM registered?

LX54 YRM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is LX54 YRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX54 YRM shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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