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FY53 YOH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

258,882 mi
Last recorded258,882 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 YOH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2015 258,882 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear brake pipes from flexys (over axle appear to be corroded) these items treated were possible (advise their early replacement)

tow electrics not tested 7 pin (no EU standard)

wiper stalk/ switch is worn/ but works as intended

Fail 12 Jan 2015 258,882 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both rear brake pipes from flexys (over axle appear to be corroded) these items treated were possible (advise their early replacement)

tow electrics not tested 7 pin (no EU standard)

wiper stalk/ switch is worn/ but works as intended

Pass 31 Jan 2014 144,305 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Jan 2014 61,575 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 130,709 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 130,709 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 118,261 miles

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)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 105,896 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2010 94,705 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 85,315 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 72,990 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 57,642 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 50,237 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 50,237 miles

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

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 YOH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YOH, 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 FY53 YOH registered?

FY53 YOH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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