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AX53 BYC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

85,677 mi
Last recorded85,677 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 BYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 85,677 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 83,178 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Nov 2016 83,178 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Jun 2015 75,323 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 70,101 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 63,489 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 53,748 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 46,387 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 41,882 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 41,882 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 25,098 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 18,818 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 18,814 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 13,089 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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AX53 BYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BYC, 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 AX53 BYC?

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What year was AX53 BYC registered?

AX53 BYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is AX53 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 BYC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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