CarVerify

Free Car Check

EK53 UST

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

149,093 mi
Last recorded149,093 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 UST
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2020 149,093 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 142,870 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 136,695 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 130,233 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 123,248 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 123,248 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 117,331 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 112,176 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 106,492 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 99,382 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 94,057 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 94,057 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 91,276 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 78,584 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 64,228 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 64,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 49,015 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 35,681 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EK53 UST is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UST, 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 UST?

You can check the full history of EK53 UST by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EK53 UST registered?

EK53 UST is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is EK53 UST safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK53 UST shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK53 UST have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EK53 UST. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.