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FH52 JVX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,415 mi
Last recorded117,415 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 JVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 117,415 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 101,102 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 98,485 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 90,824 miles

rear brakes internals noisy

tyre treads low

Pass 9 Mar 2011 83,196 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 83,196 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 7 Oct 2009 72,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 72,065 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 63,183 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 58,013 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 49,621 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 40,360 miles

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

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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FH52 JVX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FH52 JVX, 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 FH52 JVX registered?

FH52 JVX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is FH52 JVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 JVX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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