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NL54 BZB

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

37,324 mi
Last recorded37,324 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL54 BZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 37,324 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 33,935 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 32,066 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 29,749 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 28,468 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

Pass 13 Aug 2020 27,510 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 27,505 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 25,913 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 24,124 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 22,600 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 20,244 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 17,482 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 15,728 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 13,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2012 12,707 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 10,922 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 8,529 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 7,023 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 5,634 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 4,195 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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NL54 BZB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel 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 NL54 BZB, 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 NL54 BZB registered?

NL54 BZB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 September 2004.

Is NL54 BZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL54 BZB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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