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GF53 LYC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

177,451 mi
Last recorded177,451 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 LYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2024 177,451 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault and bas warning lamp on (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both poss lens faded (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear brake scrapping. (pads ok)

Offside Front floor corroded, not in prescribed area

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 175,266 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear subframe has light corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 175,246 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside under shield damaged

Pass 27 Jan 2021 174,259 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 172,271 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 166,614 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 159,785 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn below 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 151,870 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 144,243 miles

Slight play in both front suspension arm bushes

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 2 Dec 2014 136,073 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 122,705 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 106,703 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 79,676 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 69,270 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 54,870 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 54,870 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 41,300 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Sep 2007 24,169 miles

unable to carry out full test due tosill covers and undertrays

Pass 26 Sep 2006 11,641 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 LYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LYC, 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 LYC registered?

GF53 LYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is GF53 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 LYC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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