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BJ53 VCD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,208 mi
Last recorded88,208 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 VCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 88,208 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 87,935 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 87,387 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 86,765 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 86,102 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 86,099 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 85,305 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 85,004 miles

BOTH front tyres perished

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 84,451 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 83,856 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 83,015 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 82,122 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 81,041 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 80,142 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 78,737 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 78,708 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 76,935 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 74,693 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 72,391 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 70,677 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 68,399 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 66,660 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 VCD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 VCD, 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 BJ53 VCD registered?

BJ53 VCD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 November 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ53 VCD 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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