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GV52 ZNK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

171,962 mi
Last recorded171,962 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV52 ZNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 171,962 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 171,962 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 160,896 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 160,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 148,076 miles

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

injector seals chuffing

Fail 7 Mar 2015 148,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

injector seals chuffing

Pass 8 Apr 2014 136,300 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 136,292 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 123,542 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 109,636 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 93,768 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 87,605 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 74,635 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 61,222 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 54,951 miles

nsf tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 10 Jan 2007 42,789 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 31,614 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 31,613 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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GV52 ZNK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GV52 ZNK, 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 GV52 ZNK registered?

GV52 ZNK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 January 2003.

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