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FG53 DHE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,290 mi
Last recorded111,290 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 DHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2019 111,290 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 111,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2018 101,391 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 98,216 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 93,913 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 89,744 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 85,480 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 79,603 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 79,603 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 74,831 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 68,702 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 62,672 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 566,673 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 56,666 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 51,150 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 43,997 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 43,987 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 37,548 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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FG53 DHE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FG53 DHE, 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 FG53 DHE registered?

FG53 DHE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FG53 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 DHE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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