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MJ04 LGY

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

127,478 mi
Last recorded127,478 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ04 LGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 27 Jan 2021 127,478 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hand brake pedal anti slip device missing

hand brake waring light indicates fault

Pass 19 Jul 2019 113,687 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 106,098 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 106,098 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 92,197 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 92,197 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 75,935 miles

FRONT AND REAR TYRES WEARING ON EDGES (FRONT THE WORST

Fail 21 Nov 2016 75,929 miles

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

FRONT AND REAR TYRES WEARING ON EDGES (FRONT THE WORST

Offside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. LOW (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 72,336 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 72,336 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 67,583 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 63,015 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 63,015 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 59,486 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 53,780 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 53,651 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 47,643 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 41,309 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 34,520 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 29,059 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 29,059 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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MJ04 LGY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MJ04 LGY, 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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MJ04 LGY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 April 2004.

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