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CE53 YOD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,089 mi
Last recorded35,089 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 YOD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 35,089 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 34,674 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 33,963 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 33,394 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 32,922 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 32,901 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 32,055 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 31,180 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 30,060 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 30,058 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 29,275 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 22,887 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)

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2014 18,293 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sidewall damage n/sf tyre

Fail 18 Sep 2014 18,251 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 16,763 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 15,380 miles

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

unable to see r/pads

Pass 16 Sep 2011 13,738 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 12,570 miles

oil leak from gear box sump

Pass 16 Sep 2009 11,353 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 10,143 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 8,352 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 6,198 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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CE53 YOD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CE53 YOD, 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 CE53 YOD registered?

CE53 YOD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is CE53 YOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 YOD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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