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NR04 YPG

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

170,090 mi
Last recorded170,090 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNR04 YPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 170,090 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL OVER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2026 170,085 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL OVER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 169,285 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both cracking and perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 169,279 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both cracking and perrished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 167,274 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 162,676 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 158,958 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 153,064 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 152,458 miles

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

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 YPG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol 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 YPG, 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 YPG registered?

NR04 YPG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 March 2004.

Is NR04 YPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NR04 YPG 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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