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CV53 YHF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

140,591 mi
Last recorded140,591 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 YHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 140,591 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 140,586 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 128,315 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under ytrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2016 124,006 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 123,956 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 117,925 miles

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 10 Dec 2014 107,945 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2014 107,846 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 105,492 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 103,860 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 97,593 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 89,732 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 78,169 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 56,230 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 55,913 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 43,389 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 33,167 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 YHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CV53 YHF, 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 YHF registered?

CV53 YHF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CV53 YHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 YHF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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