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MJ54 USE

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

29,349 mi
Last recorded29,349 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ54 USE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 29,349 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 29,001 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 28,365 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 25,780 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 24,497 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 24,493 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 22,671 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test SAT NAV (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 21,573 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES APPROX. 2.5MM

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 20,714 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 19,707 miles

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall cut, no cord visable

Pass 7 Nov 2016 18,728 miles

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall cut, no cord visable

Pass 4 Nov 2015 17,573 miles

Offside Front tyre cut on outer sidewall, no cords showing

Pass 17 Nov 2014 16,375 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 15,151 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 13,837 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 12,409 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 11,008 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 9,629 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 8,341 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 6,629 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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MJ54 USE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 MJ54 USE, 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 MJ54 USE registered?

MJ54 USE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 2004.

Is MJ54 USE safe to buy?

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