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FY53 AGX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

137,368 mi
Last recorded137,368 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 AGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 137,368 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 128,142 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 128,141 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture very corroded. (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 121,878 miles

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2016 114,712 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 107,883 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 107,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 102,028 miles

Rear brake pads worn very low

Pass 22 Aug 2013 96,546 miles

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 16 Aug 2013 96,518 miles

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

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

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2012 82,853 miles

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Nearside rear tyre worn very low

Offside front spring broken

Pass 22 Aug 2011 71,918 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 63,885 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 53,776 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 45,413 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 33,518 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 26,380 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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FY53 AGX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FY53 AGX, 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 FY53 AGX?

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What year was FY53 AGX registered?

FY53 AGX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is FY53 AGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 AGX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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