MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,276 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55.16 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
corrosion to brake pipes in areas.some have been replaced.
corrosion to suspension coil springs.
nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge.
under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.
Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
corrosion to brake pipes in areas.some have been replaced.
corrosion to suspension coil springs.
nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge.
under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
2x rear tyres cracked
Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint dog leg (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint dog leg (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
2x rear tyres cracked
Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint dog leg (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
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)
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DG53 PXU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 DG53 PXU, 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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DG53 PXU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2003.
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