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BD53 LHF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

143,119 mi
Last recorded143,119 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 LHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 143,119 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2019 138,271 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2018 134,196 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 128,357 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 122,011 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 116,979 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 110,124 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 99,492 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 88,123 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 88,119 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 74,531 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 66,801 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 56,493 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 42,413 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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BD53 LHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BD53 LHF, 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 BD53 LHF registered?

BD53 LHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is BD53 LHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 LHF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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