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NV04 CLU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

177,920 mi
Last recorded177,920 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV04 CLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 177,920 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all rear metal brake pipes rusty

engine covers fitted

oil leak

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2015 167,564 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 158,590 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre wearing low on edges

Pass 10 Apr 2013 144,277 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play suspension mounts

Pass 16 Apr 2012 130,418 miles

rear tyre on legal limit

slight play in front suspension joints

Pass 9 Apr 2011 116,811 miles

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

sill covers

Pass 14 Apr 2010 101,302 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 91,417 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

dent in bonnet

scuff front n/s bumper

Pass 26 Mar 2008 73,924 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 26 Mar 2008 73,924 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 54,519 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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NV04 CLU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NV04 CLU, 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.

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What year was NV04 CLU registered?

NV04 CLU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 April 2004.

Is NV04 CLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV04 CLU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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