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FX53 OWK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

107,941 mi
Last recorded107,941 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 OWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 107,941 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 104,847 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 101,012 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 88,215 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 82,371 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 May 2015 82,368 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2014 74,888 miles

N/S/F brake binding

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Apr 2014 74,888 miles

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

N/S/F brake binding

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2013 68,018 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 61,308 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

emergency fog light activated

Pass 25 Mar 2011 54,798 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 47,663 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 40,190 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 32,336 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 26,020 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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FX53 OWK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FX53 OWK, 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 FX53 OWK?

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What year was FX53 OWK registered?

FX53 OWK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is FX53 OWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 OWK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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