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1FBP480

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

133,566 mi
Last recorded133,566 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1FBP480
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 133,566 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 133,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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1FBP480 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 1FBP480, 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 1FBP480 registered?

1FBP480 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 July 2004.

Is 1FBP480 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1FBP480 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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