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AX53 BXZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

94,523 mi
Last recorded94,523 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 BXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 94,523 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under vehicle and components has slight corrosion

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 93,099 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 91,435 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 91,431 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 90,116 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 88,768 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 88,767 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2018 86,009 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 84,013 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 82,195 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 79,500 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 76,776 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 73,756 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 73,745 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 70,664 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 68,064 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 63,992 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 63,984 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 61,954 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 61,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 60,388 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 60,384 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 58,520 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 54,453 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 54,451 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

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 BXZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BXZ, 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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What year was AX53 BXZ registered?

AX53 BXZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is AX53 BXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 BXZ shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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