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BJ53 VBP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,610 mi
Last recorded76,610 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 VBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 76,610 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre/rear (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 71,123 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre/rear (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 65,800 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre/rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 65,800 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective centre/rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 60,153 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 49,935 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 41,004 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 40,369 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 38,654 miles

near side front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 28 Sep 2017 37,006 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 34,266 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 31,361 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 31,361 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 28,640 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 25,188 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 23,914 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 21,972 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 19,170 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 7,253 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 14,047 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 11,577 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 9,927 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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BJ53 VBP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 BJ53 VBP, 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 BJ53 VBP?

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What year was BJ53 VBP registered?

BJ53 VBP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BJ53 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ53 VBP shows 22 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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