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DK53 DAK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,739 mi
Last recorded99,739 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 DAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 99,739 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link bar (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 93,943 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 88,402 miles

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

center exaust bracket broken / still supported

Pass 8 Sep 2014 82,549 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

middle exaust bracket broken but still supported

n/s/f tyre wall perished

Fail 8 Sep 2014 82,549 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

middle exaust bracket broken but still supported

n/s/f tyre wall perished

o/s/r tyre heavily cracked and worn near limit

Pass 12 Sep 2013 75,741 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2012 69,203 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 62,637 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 62,630 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 55,710 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 55,541 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 51,503 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 44,058 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 36,808 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 30,048 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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DK53 DAK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK53 DAK, 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 DK53 DAK registered?

DK53 DAK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is DK53 DAK safe to buy?

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