MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
224,975 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Spare tyre defective ()
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Nearside Rear lower suspension arm outer bush showing rust marks where worn
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
rear metal brake pipes marginal corrosion
some wear suspension etc
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (borderline failure) (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both arms (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside front tyre wearing at outer edge.
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside front tyre wearing at outer edge.
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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OU04 ZPN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 OU04 ZPN, 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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OU04 ZPN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2004.
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