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EX53 FEJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,049 mi
Last recorded87,049 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 FEJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2020 87,049 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 V Continental (5.2.3 (e))

advise alignment

Pass 18 Jun 2019 85,237 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

advise alignment

Pass 5 Jul 2018 83,049 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 81,045 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 79,433 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 76,356 miles

o/s/f tca bush split

Fail 25 Jun 2015 76,356 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f tca bush split

Pass 30 Jun 2014 71,897 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 68,401 miles

both rear brake hoses very slightly perished

Fail 25 Jun 2013 68,336 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

both rear brake hoses very slightly perished

Pass 27 Jun 2012 63,865 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 58,484 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 52,971 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 41,560 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 34,734 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 28,105 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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EX53 FEJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EX53 FEJ, 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.

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What year was EX53 FEJ registered?

EX53 FEJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is EX53 FEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 FEJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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