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OU54 VXL

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

72,749 mi
Last recorded72,749 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU54 VXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 72,749 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 65,063 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 65,060 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both side front (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 56,964 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 52,949 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 52,949 miles

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 55,330 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 51,905 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 51,055 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 49,763 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 49,763 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 48,362 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 46,566 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 44,918 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on outer edge and centre tread showing signs of deterioration

rear exhaust mounting bracket rusted/deteriorating

Pass 11 Jun 2014 43,134 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 40,911 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 38,703 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 35,820 miles

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

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)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 33,153 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 29,739 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 25,298 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 21,256 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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OU54 VXL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VXL, 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 VXL registered?

OU54 VXL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2004.

Is OU54 VXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU54 VXL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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