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M20 CDM

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,504 mi
Last recorded71,504 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM20 CDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 71,504 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 70,288 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 69,177 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 67,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 66,166 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 64,496 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 62,829 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 60,685 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 58,772 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 55,969 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 52,582 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 49,804 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 46,238 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 42,681 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 38,854 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 34,346 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 28,942 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 24,134 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 19,223 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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M20 CDM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M20 CDM, 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 M20 CDM registered?

M20 CDM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is M20 CDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M20 CDM shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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