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BK53 GXZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

144,373 mi
Last recorded144,373 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 GXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 144,373 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material has slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 140,845 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 136,675 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 136,658 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked with chalk (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 128,132 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 120,559 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 110,262 miles

both rear tyres wearing thin

Fail 4 Oct 2016 110,262 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres wearing thin

Pass 26 Oct 2015 98,760 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 98,760 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 90,080 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 86,910 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 85,739 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 81,733 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 72,012 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 63,042 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 63,042 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 53,764 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 53,764 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 43,756 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 33,321 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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BK53 GXZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GXZ, 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 BK53 GXZ registered?

BK53 GXZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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The MOT history for BK53 GXZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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