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FV53 HBN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,504 mi
Last recorded75,504 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 HBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2012 75,504 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 72,749 miles

The exhaust system is showing some signs of corrosion in places.

Pass 11 Nov 2010 67,733 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 64,581 miles

The rear section of exhaust showing signs of corrosion.

Fail 9 Nov 2009 64,575 miles

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

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

The rear section of exhaust showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 10 Nov 2008 56,068 miles

The near side front tyre is worn to the legal limit on the outer edge of the tread.

The off side and near side front lower suspension arm inner mounting bushes are in poor condition.

Pass 23 Nov 2007 43,826 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 34,627 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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FV53 HBN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV53 HBN, 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 FV53 HBN registered?

FV53 HBN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is FV53 HBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 HBN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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