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GP53 DZE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

101,829 mi
Last recorded101,829 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 DZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 101,829 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on outer - strongly advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 98,428 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear exhaust bracket very rusty (1.1.11 (c))

rear stabaliser arm rusty

Fail 1 Dec 2021 98,426 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear exhaust bracket very rusty (1.1.11 (c))

rear stabaliser arm rusty

Pass 3 Dec 2020 93,785 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 93,785 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 88,299 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 81,792 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 69,742 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 69,742 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear indicator slightly discoloured

Pass 6 Dec 2016 58,668 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

rear tyre low tread

Pass 13 Oct 2015 51,435 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 41,699 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2013 35,887 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 33,195 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 30,034 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 27,381 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 24,702 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 24,702 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 20,405 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 20,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 16,815 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 11,729 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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GP53 DZE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GP53 DZE, 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 GP53 DZE registered?

GP53 DZE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is GP53 DZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 DZE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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