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H8 JFE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,549 mi
Last recorded105,549 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 JFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 105,549 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 100,984 miles

front brake pads low

osr tyre poor perished-near limits

tyre pressures low

Fail 29 Apr 2016 100,966 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake pads low

osr tyre poor perished-near limits

tyre pressures low

Pass 24 Apr 2015 96,459 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 91,807 miles

high level stoplight not working

Pass 6 Jun 2013 87,760 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2012 81,487 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2011 73,310 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Sill and floor covers fitted.Front discs slightly worn.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 64,554 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 64,553 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 64,550 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 56,000 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 46,153 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 34,731 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 24,073 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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H8 JFE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 H8 JFE, 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 H8 JFE registered?

H8 JFE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is H8 JFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H8 JFE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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