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AM52 AVT

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,606 mi
Last recorded120,606 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 AVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 120,606 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2015 115,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 107,318 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 107,317 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 16 May 2013 104,400 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 104,389 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 96,909 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 87,662 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2011 87,653 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 77,000 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 67,004 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 53,475 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 53,475 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2007 40,819 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 28,068 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 14,789 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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AM52 AVT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AM52 AVT, 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 AM52 AVT registered?

AM52 AVT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is AM52 AVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 AVT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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