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EN53 WMO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

187,147 mi
Last recorded187,147 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 WMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2022 187,147 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 178,185 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 178,182 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 177,670 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 176,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 173,099 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 170,459 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 165,855 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 159,761 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 152,708 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 145,813 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 145,690 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 138,834 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 138,805 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 133,189 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

windscreen cracked passenger side by wiper

Fail 8 Dec 2011 133,171 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

windscreen cracked passenger side by wiper

Pass 1 Dec 2010 126,717 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 121,056 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 116,440 miles

front discs ridged

stone chips windscreen

Fail 27 Nov 2007 92,853 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

stone chip windscreen

water damage front and rear no plates

Pass 27 Nov 2007 92,853 miles

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

stone chip windscreen

water damage front and rear no plates

Pass 22 Nov 2006 66,728 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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EN53 WMO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EN53 WMO, 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 EN53 WMO?

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What year was EN53 WMO registered?

EN53 WMO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is EN53 WMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 WMO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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