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EX53 FWD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,554 mi
Last recorded113,554 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 FWD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 113,554 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 100,670 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 83,879 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 118,545 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 98,670 miles

both front brake discs are corroded on inner faces

centre exhaust mount is corroded and broken

nearside front tyre is bald on outer edge and side wall is damaged

offside front tyre tread is getting low on outer edge

offside rear brake very slightly holding on

parking brake pedal does not feel very good, but is working.

Fail 28 May 2012 98,564 miles

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

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

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

both front brake discs are corroded on inner faces

centre exhaust mount is corroded and broken

nearside front tyre is bald on outer edge and side wall is damaged

offside front tyre tread is getting low on outer edge

offside rear brake very slightly holding on

parking brake pedal does not feel very good, but is working.

rear brake pads are getting low

Pass 28 Jan 2011 50,717 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted inner face

rear brake pads wearing thin

under shields fitted partial examination only

Pass 20 Jan 2010 41,926 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 39,246 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 39,246 miles

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 34,641 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2008 34,622 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 30,615 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 FWD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FWD, 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 EX53 FWD?

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What year was EX53 FWD registered?

EX53 FWD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is EX53 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 FWD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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