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HD52 HJO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

53,865 mi
Last recorded53,865 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD52 HJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 53,865 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 53,157 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 52,352 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 50,203 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 48,342 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 45,246 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2016 45,246 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 78,718 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 78,716 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front anti roll bar links have slight play

Pass 27 Jan 2014 35,306 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 32,957 miles

engine warning light on

slight movement nearside front link

Pass 27 Jan 2012 29,460 miles

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

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

eml on

Pass 28 Jan 2011 88,650 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 27,145 miles

front inner brake pads look low

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in steering

Pass 25 Jan 2010 21,048 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 26 Jan 2009 17,815 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 15,930 miles

oil leak on gearbox

Pass 25 Jan 2007 13,384 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 10,220 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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HD52 HJO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 HD52 HJO, 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 HD52 HJO registered?

HD52 HJO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is HD52 HJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD52 HJO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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