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GY52 EFT

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

160,453 mi
Last recorded160,453 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY52 EFT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 160,453 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

both headlamps deteriorating

rear suspension components corroded

undertrays obscuring many components

warning lights on dash

Fail 13 Dec 2016 160,443 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

both headlamps deteriorating

rear suspension components corroded

undertrays obscuring many components

warning lights on dash

Pass 16 Dec 2015 158,420 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge .4mm main tread 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge .6mm main tread 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 1.6mm main tread 3.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers fitted

o/s and n/s outer body sill covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Fail 14 Dec 2015 158,420 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge .4mm main tread 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge .6mm main tread 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 1.6mm main tread 3.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers fitted

o/s and n/s outer body sill covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2014 153,382 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

squeek from rear suspension

Fail 1 Dec 2014 153,382 miles

Nearside 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)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2006 92,886 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 72,715 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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GY52 EFT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 GY52 EFT, 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 GY52 EFT registered?

GY52 EFT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 January 2003.

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