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BG53 RBX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

105,377 mi
Last recorded105,377 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 RBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 105,377 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 96,678 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 89,756 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 81,112 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 71,052 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 62,605 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Aug 2010 62,605 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Aug 2009 51,513 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 40,869 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 36,188 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 29,336 miles

handbrake soon req adj

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 RBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BG53 RBX, 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 RBX?

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What year was BG53 RBX registered?

BG53 RBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is BG53 RBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 RBX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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