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DF53 VKE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,566 mi
Last recorded116,566 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 VKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2012 116,566 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 107,581 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 98,525 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 84,139 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Dec 2007 68,783 miles

ns parking brake efficiency low

Pass 22 Dec 2006 52,939 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 52,869 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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DF53 VKE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 DF53 VKE, 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

How do I check the history of DF53 VKE?

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What year was DF53 VKE registered?

DF53 VKE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is DF53 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 VKE shows 7 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.

Does DF53 VKE have outstanding finance?

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