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EF52 NUB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

196,046 mi
Last recorded196,046 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF52 NUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 196,046 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 195,888 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

engine warning lamp on

Pass 14 Feb 2013 188,345 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 188,339 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 178,694 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 168,132 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 156,870 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 156,870 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 149,054 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 140,429 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 115,318 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 91,907 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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EF52 NUB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 EF52 NUB, 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 EF52 NUB registered?

EF52 NUB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is EF52 NUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF52 NUB shows 12 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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