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GU53 WNY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,516 mi
Last recorded123,516 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 WNY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 123,516 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 121,148 miles

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)

Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Pass 4 Jan 2016 117,686 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted.

Pass 3 Jan 2015 114,294 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 111,526 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 107,484 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 102,172 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 102,172 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 94,713 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 94,713 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 89,255 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 80,161 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 67,690 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 56,916 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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GU53 WNY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU53 WNY, 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 GU53 WNY registered?

GU53 WNY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is GU53 WNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 WNY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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