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AX52 EUL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,469 mi
Last recorded167,469 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 EUL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 167,469 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 157,986 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 153,008 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Apr 2015 153,008 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2014 148,386 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2014 148,386 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 146,015 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 145,991 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 142,822 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 139,060 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 122,327 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 98,402 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 75,627 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2007 54,987 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2006 34,690 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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AX52 EUL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AX52 EUL, 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.

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What year was AX52 EUL registered?

AX52 EUL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is AX52 EUL safe to buy?

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