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HD53 EGU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

189,005 mi
Last recorded189,005 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD53 EGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 189,005 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 185,750 miles

rear and mainline brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 21 Feb 2017 180,948 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded mainline over tank (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Feb 2017 180,948 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded mainline over tank (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 163,602 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 153,897 miles

engine covers and underside covers fitted - full inspection not possible

n/s/f tyre worn at inner edge

Fail 23 Jan 2015 153,896 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine covers and underside covers fitted - full inspection not possible

n/s/f tyre worn at inner edge

Pass 8 Jan 2014 139,532 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly corroded

front to rear brake pipes protected in under sealant

Fail 7 Dec 2013 139,524 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 133,434 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2011 128,835 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 30 Dec 2010 121,266 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SHOW SIGNS OF WEAR

O/S/F TYRE WORN ON BOTH EDGES

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 106,444 miles

nsr tyre 2mm

os washer poor

rear no plate starting to delaminate

Fail 18 Dec 2008 91,471 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

sign of perishing suspension bushes

Pass 18 Dec 2008 91,471 miles

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

sign of perishing suspension bushes

Pass 7 Dec 2007 73,080 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2007 72,991 miles

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

O/S/F Tyre has a slow puncture. [nail present].

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

Pass 9 Dec 2006 54,780 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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HD53 EGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 HD53 EGU, 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 HD53 EGU registered?

HD53 EGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 December 2003.

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