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AF53 UCE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

128,871 mi
Last recorded128,871 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 128,871 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 109,956 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 92,810 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 76,137 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 62,071 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 54,839 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 48,618 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 41,720 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 41,720 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 31,825 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 22,729 miles

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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AF53 UCE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 81,364 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 AF53 UCE, 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 23 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 AF53 UCE?

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What year was AF53 UCE registered?

AF53 UCE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is AF53 UCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 UCE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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