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MIB 1908

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

114,859 mi
Last recorded114,859 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 1908
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2026 114,859 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2025 113,535 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 112,163 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2023 110,764 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 109,109 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 107,019 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 105,539 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 103,931 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 101,980 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 99,496 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 97,371 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 95,108 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 92,742 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 90,065 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 87,272 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 87,776 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 80,867 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 78,235 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 76,180 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 69,425 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 19 Sep 2007 69,417 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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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MIB 1908 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 MIB 1908, 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 MIB 1908 registered?

MIB 1908 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 October 2004.

Is MIB 1908 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIB 1908 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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