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EU53 OHO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

39,430 mi
Last recorded39,430 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 OHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 39,430 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 37,466 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 35,648 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 35,300 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 34,723 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 34,017 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 33,436 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2020 33,435 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 32,640 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 32,620 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 31,329 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 30,004 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 28,741 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 27,314 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 25,807 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 24,339 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 22,641 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 20,692 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 18,944 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 17,060 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 14,690 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 12,732 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 11 Aug 2006 10,794 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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EU53 OHO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 EU53 OHO, 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 EU53 OHO?

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What year was EU53 OHO registered?

EU53 OHO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is EU53 OHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU53 OHO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU53 OHO have outstanding finance?

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