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BG53 NHD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,290 mi
Last recorded113,290 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 NHD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2026 113,290 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 108,823 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 103,931 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 99,064 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 93,630 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 88,922 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 85,113 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 80,659 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 74,225 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 67,983 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 62,167 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 57,348 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 53,212 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 47,178 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 41,628 miles

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

slight play in both anti roll bar links

Pass 16 Jul 2011 37,383 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 32,509 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 28,617 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 23,639 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 19,193 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 16,412 miles

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

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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BG53 NHD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG53 NHD, 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 BG53 NHD registered?

BG53 NHD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is BG53 NHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 NHD shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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