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GF53 BXE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

154,945 mi
Last recorded154,945 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 BXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 154,945 miles

both front suspension top mountings slightly worn

Pass 23 Nov 2018 141,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 141,836 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 130,163 miles

All Tyre Pressures adjusted (under-inflated)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Inner (both -sides) (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front 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 28 Nov 2016 117,718 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 117,718 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 106,580 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 106,580 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 95,872 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2014 95,872 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 85,558 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 85,558 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 75,229 miles

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

o/s wiper getting smeary

Pass 30 Jan 2012 74,799 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 72,693 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 72,693 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 64,419 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 57,887 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 50,551 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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GF53 BXE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 GF53 BXE, 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 GF53 BXE registered?

GF53 BXE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is GF53 BXE safe to buy?

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