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HD53 HMF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,446 mi
Last recorded52,446 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD53 HMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 52,446 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 51,798 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 51,076 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 50,227 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 49,604 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 48,930 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 48,924 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2017 48,104 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 47,261 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

gearbox oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2015 46,365 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 45,658 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 45,022 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 45,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 44,174 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 43,025 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 43,025 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 41,890 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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)

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

advs both rear shockers have upwards lift in them

advs both rear tyres cracking

Fail 8 Dec 2010 41,883 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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)

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

advs both rear shockers have upwards lift in them

advs both rear tyres cracking

Pass 9 Dec 2009 39,997 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 38,472 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 36,583 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 Dec 2006 34,343 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 HMF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HD53 HMF, 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 HMF registered?

HD53 HMF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is HD53 HMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD53 HMF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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