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BV53 VPU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,696 mi
Last recorded170,696 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 VPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2020 170,696 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 166,501 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 161,621 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 161,621 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour front and rear (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 157,629 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 151,185 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 146,468 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 141,781 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 135,358 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 135,358 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 24 Sep 2012 126,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 126,901 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 119,654 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 119,644 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 112,535 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 112,535 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 107,105 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 16 Sep 2008 96,610 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 89,501 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 85,833 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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BV53 VPU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BV53 VPU, 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 BV53 VPU registered?

BV53 VPU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is BV53 VPU safe to buy?

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