MOT Status
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146,391 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Exhaust mounting defective - Exhaust clamp cracked (6.1.2 (a))
Front - Wipers smearing slightly
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened - Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output - Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened - Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Coil spring corroded - Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Centre exhaust clamp cracked.
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Wipers poor.
Fuel system component leaking fuel pump on cylinder head weeping, strong smell of diesel in engine bay. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure badly cracked/perished & cords showing through. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Centre exhaust clamp cracked.
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing recommend replacement. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Wipers poor.
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower fog light lens cracked
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fuel pipe leaking high pressure Diesel pump area further investigation required could be more leaks (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arms front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arms front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower fog light lens cracked
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LS53 YMU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 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 LS53 YMU, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was LS53 YMU registered?
LS53 YMU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 January 2004.
Is LS53 YMU safe to buy?
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