2004 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · EY54 XEV
2004 Mercedes-Benz C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 24 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 93,991 miles. MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,991 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EY54 XEV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/11/2025
- 93,991 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EY54 XEV 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 (EY54 XEV) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
EY54 XEV Mileage History
- 05/10/202378,787 mi
- 17/10/2024141,960 mi+63,173 mi
- 18/10/2024141,964 mi+4 mi
- 15/10/202593,908 mi-48,056 mi
- 15/11/202593,991 mi+83 mi
Average of roughly 7,193 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Valeo radiator gearbox contaminationSerious
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- M271 timing chain stretchSerious
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- Rust on arches, sills and bootlidSerious
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