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BK53 HVG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

145,053 mi
Last recorded145,053 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 HVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 145,053 miles

rear subframe heavily surface corrosion

visable fuel pipes corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2020 141,446 miles

minor blow from centre exhaust join

rotational noise from n/s rear hub area

slight play to o/s front hub(poss wheel bearing)

surface corrosion on and around rear subframe and suspension components

Pass 1 Oct 2019 135,460 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

rear pads appear to very low

rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 5 Oct 2018 128,103 miles

both front tyres worn

slight play in o/s/front lower swivel

Pass 16 Oct 2017 122,416 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 114,239 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 109,222 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 97,517 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 25 Oct 2013 90,215 miles

O/side front disc slightly warped

Pass 18 Oct 2012 82,835 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 76,190 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 68,293 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 60,629 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 60,629 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2008 51,818 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 41,946 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 340,101 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 HVG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HVG, 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.

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What year was BK53 HVG registered?

BK53 HVG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BK53 HVG safe to buy?

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