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BF53 BYX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,200 mi
Last recorded114,200 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 BYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 114,200 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 103,893 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 94,141 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 94,141 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 83,500 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 8 Aug 2017 82,980 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 82,071 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 81,086 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 79,621 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 76,925 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 76,925 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 74,484 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 71,171 miles

oil leaking from gearbox

Fail 9 Aug 2011 71,171 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

oil leaking from gearbox

Pass 15 Sep 2010 67,309 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 63,177 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

gear box oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2009 63,177 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

gear box oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2008 58,562 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 55,635 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 52,516 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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BF53 BYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF53 BYX, 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 BF53 BYX registered?

BF53 BYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is BF53 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 BYX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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