MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
159,686 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
eml light on
recommend removal of under trays to inspect brake pipes
2x front to rear metal brake pipes corroded near to legal limit
Nearside Rear brake binding near to legal limit recommend early attention
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside front lower [forward] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
2x front to rear metal brake pipes corroded near to legal limit
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Nearside Rear brake binding near to legal limit recommend early attention
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside front lower [forward] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55r16 94w (4.1.E.1)
metal brake pipe to nearside rear flexi hose becoming rusty
rear silencer holed to legal limit, recommend early replacement
metal brake pipe to nearside rear flexi hose becoming rusty
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
meta brake pipes [over fuel tank] appear rusty
offside rear indicator bulb starting to fade
slight play at both rear anti roll bar mounting bushes and both rear anti roll bar links
offside front seat belt slightly frayed
Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
nearside rear flasher bulb faded recomend early renewal
parking brake binding near to legal limit
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
wear lip on front brake discs
Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BG53 RAX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.
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 RAX, 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
How do I check the history of BG53 RAX?
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What year was BG53 RAX registered?
BG53 RAX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 October 2003.
Is BG53 RAX safe to buy?
The MOT history for BG53 RAX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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