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CV53 MFP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,654 mi
Last recorded120,654 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 MFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2018 120,654 miles

Rear tyres close to limit

Fail 1 Mar 2018 120,644 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing nut loose (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Side repeater incorrect colour lens broken (1.4.A.2f)

Rear tyres close to limit

Pass 22 Feb 2017 107,099 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 94,360 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 83,373 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 71,261 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 54,292 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Nov 2012 54,292 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 39,631 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 33,396 miles

front and rear no.plates starting to deteriorate

Pass 1 Sep 2009 28,866 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 24,870 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 19,881 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 14,982 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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CV53 MFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CV53 MFP, 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 CV53 MFP registered?

CV53 MFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is CV53 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 MFP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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