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FL53 UBN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

161,951 mi
Last recorded161,951 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 UBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 161,951 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 154,702 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 154,702 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 151,523 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 148,149 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 142,166 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 142,166 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 136,091 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 134,258 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 134,258 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 129,849 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 128,686 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 122,208 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 29 Nov 2012 110,537 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 110,537 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

centre box poor cond

Pass 1 Dec 2011 99,985 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 86,667 miles

rear exhaust mounting broken away from exhaust but is still supported

Pass 3 Oct 2009 69,451 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 37,729 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 37,729 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 12,324 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 10,317 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 UBN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 UBN, 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 UBN registered?

FL53 UBN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is FL53 UBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 UBN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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