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FH53 NTT

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

92,565 mi
Last recorded92,565 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 NTT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 92,565 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

eml is on

Pass 2 Dec 2016 86,546 miles

Engine management light on

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 2 Dec 2016 86,546 miles

Engine management light on

Offside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 83,637 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 81,308 miles

Engine mangement light on

Pass 25 Nov 2013 76,908 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 76,908 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2013 76,793 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Engine management light on

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

Offside Front 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 3 Dec 2012 69,212 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 63,622 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 58,806 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 52,631 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 52,631 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 45,089 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 38,279 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 30,907 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 30,907 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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)

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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FH53 NTT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH53 NTT, 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.

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What year was FH53 NTT registered?

FH53 NTT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is FH53 NTT safe to buy?

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