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MLZ 4086

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

112,549 mi
Last recorded112,549 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLZ 4086
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 112,549 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 30 Sep 2016 112,549 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 105,757 miles

nearside front tyre wall damaged

presenter adviced

Fail 27 Sep 2014 99,331 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 99,331 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 2 Sep 2013 93,271 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

presenter adviced

Pass 2 Sep 2013 93,271 miles

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

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

presenter adviced

Pass 4 Sep 2012 84,508 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 84,508 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 78,092 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 77,434 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 77,433 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.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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MLZ 4086 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 MLZ 4086, 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 MLZ 4086 registered?

MLZ 4086 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 January 2004.

Is MLZ 4086 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLZ 4086 shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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