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AX52 MKP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

103,461 mi
Last recorded103,461 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 MKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 103,461 miles

Battery management warning indicates a system fault

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Slight play in offside front steering arm inner attachment - not felt at steering wheel

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jun 2015 103,461 miles

Battery management warning indicates a system fault

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Slight play in offside front steering arm inner attachment - not felt at steering wheel

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2014 85,652 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 85,522 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 78,886 miles

N/s/r tyre worn on outer edge.

Fail 21 Mar 2013 78,885 miles

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

N/s/r tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 13 Apr 2012 70,520 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly worn.

Fail 23 Mar 2012 70,505 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 1 Sep 2011 65,565 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 62,208 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 59,059 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 52,661 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 46,001 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2008 45,136 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 May 2008 45,136 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 21 May 2007 37,386 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 29,080 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 MKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MKP, 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 MKP registered?

AX52 MKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is AX52 MKP safe to buy?

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