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MC04 PLU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,608 mi
Last recorded89,608 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC04 PLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 89,608 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 82,693 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 79,111 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 75,119 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 75,107 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 72,034 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 66,300 miles

Cracks in windscreen.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Strong advise upper intercooler hose split.

Pass 17 Jul 2012 66,300 miles

Cracks in windscreen.

Strong advise upper intercooler hose split.

Pass 16 Jul 2011 60,299 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 54,179 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 43,078 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 34,657 miles

nearside rear tyre damaged on sidewall

Pass 20 Jul 2007 26,554 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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MC04 PLU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MC04 PLU, 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 MC04 PLU registered?

MC04 PLU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is MC04 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC04 PLU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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