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GD53 AEZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

168,542 mi
Last recorded168,542 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD53 AEZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 168,542 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 157,550 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 152,588 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2014 141,708 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 131,862 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 124,078 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 115,061 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 115,019 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 105,403 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 93,419 miles

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 83,631 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 65,452 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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GD53 AEZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GD53 AEZ, 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

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What year was GD53 AEZ registered?

GD53 AEZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is GD53 AEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD53 AEZ shows 12 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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