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HD53 BVG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

91,314 mi
Last recorded91,314 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD53 BVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 91,314 miles

Small chips in windscreen.

Pass 17 Dec 2024 89,831 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 88,051 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

small chips in windscreen.

Pass 14 Dec 2022 86,363 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Small chips in windscreen.

Pass 17 Dec 2021 84,450 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 82,652 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 80,488 miles

Under trays and sill covers fitted.

Pass 28 Nov 2018 76,748 miles

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

Offside Front Lower front arm of the two ball joint dust cover split but still preventing ingress

Pass 6 Dec 2017 74,399 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 72,138 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 68,696 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 66,817 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2013 65,060 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 61,778 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 56,661 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 52,579 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 48,540 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 42,772 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 34,290 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 34,290 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 26,680 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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HD53 BVG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 HD53 BVG, 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 HD53 BVG registered?

HD53 BVG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is HD53 BVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD53 BVG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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