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OU54 UKT

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,949 mi
Last recorded114,949 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU54 UKT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2016 114,949 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted gaiters (2.4.G.1)

Fail 30 Dec 2015 114,690 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted gaiters (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 105,628 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 176,240 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear exhaust support bracket slightly deteriorated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2012 164,899 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 151,298 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 131,145 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 115,486 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 115,486 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 95,954 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 95,902 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 69,118 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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OU54 UKT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OU54 UKT, 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 OU54 UKT registered?

OU54 UKT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is OU54 UKT safe to buy?

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