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GK53 JNJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

54,947 mi
Last recorded54,947 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 JNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 54,947 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 52,723 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 50,967 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 49,332 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 49,298 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

Vehicle undershields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Nov 2018 47,796 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 46,305 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

Vehicle undershields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Nov 2016 44,153 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 41,846 miles

vehicle undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Nov 2014 39,692 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2013 38,006 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2012 36,126 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 34,691 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 34,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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)

all tyres cracking around outer wall

cuts to offside front tyre

Pass 29 Dec 2010 31,800 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 28,896 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 25,347 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 22,418 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 19,068 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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GK53 JNJ 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 94.7%.

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 GK53 JNJ, 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 GK53 JNJ registered?

GK53 JNJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is GK53 JNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK53 JNJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK53 JNJ have outstanding finance?

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