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FM52 DYU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

123,886 mi
Last recorded123,886 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 DYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 123,886 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 3 Sep 2016 123,886 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 115,669 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 109,873 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 101,374 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 92,922 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 87,492 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 83,762 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 71,589 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 55,186 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 40,896 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 26,123 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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FM52 DYU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FM52 DYU, 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 FM52 DYU registered?

FM52 DYU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is FM52 DYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 DYU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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