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GN53 YZL

2003 Mercedes-benz 210

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

199,894 mi
Last recorded199,894 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 210160,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 YZL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model210
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 199,894 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 193,376 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 May 2018 193,376 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded center (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded center (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Apr 2017 186,838 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 180,843 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 174,644 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 168,349 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 161,984 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 155,834 miles

Rear offside light lens damaged.

Pass 6 Apr 2011 150,630 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 144,723 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 139,432 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 139,432 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 130,119 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 130,119 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 103,631 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 103,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 210?

Based on 2,417 MOT tests across 229 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
3,086
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
229
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 140
fog lamp not working 104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 72
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GN53 YZL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 210 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 210 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 160,072 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 210 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN53 YZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 210 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 210 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN53 YZL registered?

GN53 YZL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 210, first registered on 5 December 2003.

Is GN53 YZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 YZL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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