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NR04 XBJ

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,833 mi
Last recorded90,833 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2013
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNR04 XBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2013 90,833 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 90,833 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 81,839 miles

rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2011 70,772 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 58,837 miles

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

nearside and offside rear brake discs corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2009 49,069 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 49,069 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 39,681 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 28,143 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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NR04 XBJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NR04 XBJ, 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 NR04 XBJ registered?

NR04 XBJ is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 July 2004.

Is NR04 XBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NR04 XBJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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