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DE53 MUA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,320 mi
Last recorded102,320 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 MUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 102,320 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Nearside rear tyre valve perished

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 96,655 miles

Both rear tyre valves starting to perish

Fail 25 Aug 2016 96,655 miles

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

Both rear tyre valves starting to perish

Pass 6 Aug 2015 89,628 miles

nearside front tyre tread low, and worn away on outer edge

nearside rear brakepipe corroded (to flexi-pipe)

offside front tyre tread low

offside rear brakepipe corroded (to flexi-pipe)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 81,947 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 70,242 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 64,704 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 64,704 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 56,593 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 53,915 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 46,277 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 41,622 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 33,746 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 23,201 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 14,423 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)

tyre size 195/65/15v

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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DE53 MUA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DE53 MUA, 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 DE53 MUA registered?

DE53 MUA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is DE53 MUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 MUA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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