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GV53 PAO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

183,261 mi
Last recorded183,261 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 PAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2016 183,261 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Nov 2015 175,599 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 167,454 miles

offside front tyre tread scored

Pass 22 Nov 2013 159,592 miles

n/s/r shock absorber operation weak

Pass 23 Nov 2012 152,003 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 147,266 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 17 Nov 2011 147,266 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 132,154 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 120,965 miles

front and rear reg plates deteriating

front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 1 Dec 2008 107,743 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 107,743 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 84,876 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 65,661 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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GV53 PAO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GV53 PAO, 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

How do I check the history of GV53 PAO?

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What year was GV53 PAO registered?

GV53 PAO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is GV53 PAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 PAO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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