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AX53 BWE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,157 mi
Last recorded107,157 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 BWE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 107,157 miles

front inner brake pads look worn

indicator switch sticky

nsf ant-roll bar link bottom dust cover spliting

plastic covers fitted

slight damage to front number plate

slight play in nsf track rod end

Pass 8 Aug 2012 103,040 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 93,685 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 88,325 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 78,889 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 78,889 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 75,581 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Nov 2007 64,846 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 43,608 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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AX53 BWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AX53 BWE, 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

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What year was AX53 BWE registered?

AX53 BWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is AX53 BWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 BWE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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