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FL53 JOV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,439 mi
Last recorded105,439 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 JOV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 105,439 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 105,150 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 104,987 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 104,336 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 102,088 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 100,371 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 99,657 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 98,579 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 97,623 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 96,536 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 95,743 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 90,240 miles

undertrays fitted obsecuring some components

Pass 13 Sep 2014 83,456 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 73,888 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 73,888 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2012 67,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs are slighty worn

Fail 29 Sep 2012 67,295 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs are slighty worn

Pass 3 Sep 2011 58,928 miles

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

centre exhaust clamp deterioted

Pass 29 Sep 2010 53,182 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 45,954 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 40,897 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 32,782 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 28,733 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 28,571 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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FL53 JOV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FL53 JOV, 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 FL53 JOV registered?

FL53 JOV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is FL53 JOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 JOV shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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