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EJ53 OJU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

153,722 mi
Last recorded153,722 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 OJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 153,722 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear nearside and offside tyres cracks on the side walls

Pass 3 Jan 2017 150,285 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 150,285 miles

Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 150,285 miles

F/R each wheels got one nut missing

Pass 16 Dec 2015 140,533 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 137,247 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2013 134,374 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 131,171 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 126,512 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2011 122,983 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 120,532 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 116,524 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 112,051 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 94,446 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 94,441 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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EJ53 OJU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel 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 EJ53 OJU, 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 EJ53 OJU registered?

EJ53 OJU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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