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BF53 JEO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,023 mi
Last recorded149,023 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 149,023 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 25 Sep 2019 140,039 miles

Boot handle adrift still able to open boot lid

Central Exhaust mounting defective But system still supported (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp insecure Both rear (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 125,683 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 125,683 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 113,132 miles

Offside front tyre has wear on outer edge

Fail 28 Sep 2017 113,132 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' phone holder (8.3.1e)

Offside front tyre has wear on outer edge

Pass 10 Oct 2016 100,059 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 100,059 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre has wear on outer edge

Pass 22 Apr 2016 98,493 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bushs (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

rear shock absorbers weak

suspect possible fault with power steering pump

Pass 22 Sep 2014 89,537 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 22 Sep 2014 89,537 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

offside front tyre worn on edges 195/65r15h

Pass 30 Sep 2013 84,321 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres worn on edge recomend tracking

sidewall damage to nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Jul 2012 77,110 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear tyre on 2mm

Pass 6 Jul 2011 71,081 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 63,414 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 63,414 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 53,854 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 43,411 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 32,909 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 24,310 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 JEO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JEO, 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 BF53 JEO registered?

BF53 JEO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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