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SG04 LEX

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,021 mi
Last recorded88,021 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG04 LEX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 88,021 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 87,116 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 86,054 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 84,860 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 83,120 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 79,241 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 79,241 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2020 73,998 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2019 64,535 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 56,118 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 44,510 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 34,386 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 30,905 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2014 28,422 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 28,422 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 22,010 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 7,847 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 7,847 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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SG04 LEX is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 77,192 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 SG04 LEX, 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 16 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SG04 LEX?

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What year was SG04 LEX registered?

SG04 LEX is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 May 2010.

Is SG04 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG04 LEX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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