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BF53 ENY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,975 mi
Last recorded89,975 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 ENY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 89,975 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 85,142 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 1 Jul 2019 85,142 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 28 Jun 2018 83,168 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 24 Jun 2017 80,462 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted, unable to check some components

Pass 23 Jun 2016 77,343 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted, unable to check some components.

Fail 22 Jun 2016 77,343 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

engine covers and undertrays fitted, unable to check some components.

Pass 16 Jul 2015 72,213 miles

Indicator switch will soon need replacing.

Nearside front wiper blade will soon need replacing.

Fail 15 Jul 2015 72,213 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch will soon need replacing.

Nearside front wiper blade will soon need replacing.

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 65,034 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 57,564 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 57,564 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 50,777 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 44,061 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 39,240 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 31,456 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 21,008 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 16,901 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 12,864 miles

front & rear No. plates, reflective backing coming separated

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 ENY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BF53 ENY, 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 ENY registered?

BF53 ENY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is BF53 ENY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 ENY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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