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CX52 PYD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

72,576 mi
Last recorded72,576 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 PYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 72,576 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 71,810 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Front Undertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Testable Components

Central Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 71,496 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 71,093 miles

BRAKE PIPES TO NEARSIDE FRONT AND OFFSIDE FRONT BECOMING CORRODED

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

REAR BRAKE PIPES BECOMING CORRODED

Pass 17 Dec 2021 70,669 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 69,568 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 68,196 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

NEARSIDE SIDE REPEATER LENS DAMAGED

REAR BRAKE PIPES BECOMING CORRODED

Fail 17 Dec 2019 68,195 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

NEARSIDE SIDE REPEATER LENS DAMAGED

REAR BRAKE PIPES BECOMING CORRODED

Pass 2 Jan 2019 65,429 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 62,443 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Dec 2016 60,159 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2016 60,159 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 57,821 miles

front and rear number plates deteriating

Pass 19 Dec 2014 55,237 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes greased

Fail 19 Dec 2014 55,237 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes greased

wipers split

Pass 23 Dec 2013 52,337 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges.

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2012 49,705 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2011 46,562 miles

nearside rear tyre sidewall starting to perish and split.

Fail 19 Dec 2011 46,562 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear tyre sidewall starting to perish and split.

Pass 21 Dec 2010 42,874 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 21 Dec 2010 42,873 miles

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 22 Dec 2009 38,598 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 23 Dec 2008 34,395 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 30,288 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 25,739 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 20,916 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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CX52 PYD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 CX52 PYD, 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

How do I check the history of CX52 PYD?

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What year was CX52 PYD registered?

CX52 PYD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is CX52 PYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 PYD shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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