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LY04 HKL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

183,517 mi
Last recorded183,517 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY04 HKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 183,517 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 177,479 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated ALL (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 168,067 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 146,728 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 138,875 miles

Front both fog light lens damaged

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 130,931 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 123,849 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both rear side (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 116,856 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2015 110,077 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 104,064 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 95,370 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has a cut to the outer sidewall but not yet deep enough to reach the ply/cords

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 94,719 miles

Dents in roof, o/s/f tyre bald on edges and low on pressure required soon.

Pass 8 Jun 2012 91,687 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre deteriorating with age

Pass 18 Jun 2011 84,139 miles

nearside rear tyre deteriorating wth age

Pass 29 Jun 2010 74,884 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 63,765 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 15 Jun 2009 63,765 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 2 Jul 2008 58,522 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 50,386 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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LY04 HKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LY04 HKL, 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 LY04 HKL registered?

LY04 HKL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2004.

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