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CU53 UFJ

2003 Mercedes-benz 320

Black Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

159,111 mi
Last recorded159,111 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 32084,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 UFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2019 159,111 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 143,497 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 132,149 miles

o/s front suspension gaiter split

Fail 23 Nov 2017 132,149 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

o/s front suspension gaiter split

Pass 28 Nov 2016 122,484 miles

o/s front suspension gaiter split

Pass 29 Oct 2015 118,075 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 112,138 miles

Slight play in front suspension

Pass 21 Oct 2013 101,588 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 101,588 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 92,935 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 85,204 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 76,747 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 67,399 miles

nearside front and offside rear tyres are wearing very close to the legal limits

Pass 2 Oct 2008 56,874 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 47,548 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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CU53 UFJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 320 in Black with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 84,117 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU53 UFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CU53 UFJ registered?

CU53 UFJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is CU53 UFJ safe to buy?

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