2004 Mercedes-Benz C 2.7L Diesel · AV54 CWZ
2004 Mercedes-Benz C (2.7L, diesel). First registered 02 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 409,666 km. MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 409,666 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AV54 CWZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 25/09/2026
- 409,666 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AV54 CWZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (AV54 CWZ) between September 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
AV54 CWZ Odometer History
- 13/09/2023387,652 km
- 12/09/2024396,965 km+9,313 km
- 23/09/2025404,407 km+7,442 km
- 26/09/2025404,445 km+38 km
- 25/09/2026409,666 km+5,221 km
Average of roughly 7,257 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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