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BK53 EXP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,581 mi
Last recorded78,581 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 EXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 78,581 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 78,581 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 74,673 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 71,228 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 66,881 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 61,462 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 56,564 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 55,961 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 53,757 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 51,785 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 51,785 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear most arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 49,467 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 46,969 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 44,545 miles

n/s/f rack arm joint has slight play

Pass 24 Jan 2014 41,138 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 38,347 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 36,223 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 33,796 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 30,808 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 30,808 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2009 27,814 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 24,262 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 22,547 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 9,730 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

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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BK53 EXP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BK53 EXP, 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 BK53 EXP?

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What year was BK53 EXP registered?

BK53 EXP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is BK53 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 EXP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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