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OV04 LKN

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

92,052 mi
Last recorded92,052 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV04 LKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 92,052 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 92,052 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 75,523 miles

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

rear boot and bumper damaged but operation not affected

Fail 2 Jun 2014 75,523 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

rear boot and bumper damaged but operation not affected

Pass 20 Mar 2014 74,761 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 68,794 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 62,882 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 58,021 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 50,925 miles

3 x tyres 3 mm

Pass 12 Mar 2010 50,925 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 50,925 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Mar 2009 43,479 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 43,479 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 36,264 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 28,595 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 28,595 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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OV04 LKN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV04 LKN, 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 OV04 LKN registered?

OV04 LKN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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