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AU53 PVJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,858 mi
Last recorded130,858 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 PVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 130,858 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted front to rear.

Fail 1 Aug 2020 130,521 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Including suspension components. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted front to rear.

Pass 4 Jun 2019 110,764 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 110,760 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low not adjustable (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 100,006 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 94,333 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 88,815 miles

Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 8 Jul 2015 81,622 miles

Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 19 Aug 2014 76,386 miles

1.outer sills not tested due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2013 68,704 miles

Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

Pass 9 Aug 2012 62,517 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 55,122 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 48,269 miles

n/s front tyre wearing low on outside edge.

Fail 18 Aug 2010 47,728 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

n/s front tyre wearing low on outside edge.

Pass 10 Aug 2009 38,638 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 30,110 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 22,328 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 15,238 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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AU53 PVJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AU53 PVJ, 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.

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AU53 PVJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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