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EK53 EUW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

90,222 mi
Last recorded90,222 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 EUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 90,222 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 87,841 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 83,260 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 81,986 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 79,120 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 79,111 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim too high both front aims to nigh (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 75,320 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 72,227 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 69,734 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 69,734 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 65,778 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 65,778 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 62,446 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 62,466 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 55,043 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 46,790 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 40,925 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 31,944 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 23,473 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 17,590 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 11,284 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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EK53 EUW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 EK53 EUW, 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 EK53 EUW?

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What year was EK53 EUW registered?

EK53 EUW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is EK53 EUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK53 EUW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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