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CX53 DPK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,731 mi
Last recorded105,731 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 DPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 105,731 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 99,027 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2014 99,021 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 88,395 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 74,295 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 74,286 miles

Nearside Front Upper 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 rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 72,372 miles

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

unable to fully inspect brake pipe due covers

Pass 12 Nov 2010 66,767 miles

Nearside front anti roll bar link rod bushes rubber gaiters split.

Pass 12 Nov 2009 60,199 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 51,599 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 12 Nov 2007 42,926 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 31,542 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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CX53 DPK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CX53 DPK, 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 CX53 DPK registered?

CX53 DPK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is CX53 DPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 DPK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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