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GY53 MRV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

116,638 mi
Last recorded116,638 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 MRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 116,638 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 110,122 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 108,520 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 103,001 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 99,208 miles

Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 94,077 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 88,882 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 83,193 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 77,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 May 2010 71,186 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 130,799 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 126,039 miles

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

parking brake does not fully release but brakes do not bind

Fail 3 Oct 2008 126,039 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

parking brake does not fully release but brakes do not bind

Pass 4 Oct 2007 110,629 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 89,293 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

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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GY53 MRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GY53 MRV, 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 GY53 MRV registered?

GY53 MRV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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