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OE53 JWN

2003 Mercedes-benz C 320

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,741 mi
Last recorded92,741 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C 32074,933 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 JWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2018 92,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 86,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Apr 2017 86,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Apr 2017 86,711 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil shock rebound not very effective (2.7.3)

Offside Front has lots of cuts on side wall none down to cords !

Oil leak major! ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 78,944 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2016 78,944 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 74,334 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 67,829 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 61,566 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jun 2013 61,566 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Feb 2012 56,845 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 48,498 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 39,228 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 34,021 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 32,226 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 26,522 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C 320?

Based on 72,432 MOT tests across 4,550 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
5,922
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,754
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,071
coil spring broken 970
coil spring fractured 791
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 733
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OE53 JWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 74,933 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,754 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE53 JWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz C 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OE53 JWN registered?

OE53 JWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 17 November 2003.

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