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CX52 PYO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

135,858 mi
Last recorded135,858 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 PYO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 135,858 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 121,080 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 120,985 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 106,112 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 91,340 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 75,517 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 65,228 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 58,143 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 51,219 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 46,218 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 41,297 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 15 Jan 2008 35,159 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 30,057 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 22,674 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 PYO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PYO, 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 PYO?

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What year was CX52 PYO registered?

CX52 PYO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is CX52 PYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 PYO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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