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DK53 FRD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,491 mi
Last recorded108,491 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 FRD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 108,491 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 138,213 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 121,853 miles

Amount of screenwash less than expected for this type of vehicle

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

Fail 23 Dec 2011 121,853 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Amount of screenwash less than expected for this type of vehicle

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

Fail 26 Nov 2010 107,057 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 107,057 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 93,172 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 76,826 miles

Cut on tread does not reach ply or cords

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 58,562 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 44,059 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 43,159 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 FRD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FRD, 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 FRD registered?

DK53 FRD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DK53 FRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK53 FRD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK53 FRD have outstanding finance?

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