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EX53 FFN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,286 mi
Last recorded72,286 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 FFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 72,286 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 69,744 miles

rear tyres starting slightly to crack

rear tyres starting slightly to crack

Pass 5 May 2016 65,094 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 65,094 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 60,235 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 54,276 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres wearing on edges

Pass 26 Mar 2013 46,412 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 11 Oct 2011 38,625 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 38,625 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 31,996 miles

unable to fully check brakes,fuel,steering and suspension systems owing to covers fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2009 26,498 miles

THRUST ARM BUSHES STARTING TO CRACK. UNABLE TO CHECK FUEL LINES DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

Pass 26 Aug 2008 21,578 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 17,505 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Aug 2006 12,940 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 12,940 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 FFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FFN, 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 EX53 FFN registered?

EX53 FFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is EX53 FFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 FFN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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