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HG03 TYD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,837 mi
Last recorded91,837 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 TYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 May 2019 91,837 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

both rear tyres cracking through tread

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

offside rear tyre worn to approx. 2.7mm

Pass 14 May 2018 85,744 miles

Both rear tyres perishing through tread

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

O/s/f tyre perishing through tread

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 8 May 2018 85,730 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both rear tyres perishing through tread

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

O/s/f tyre perishing through tread

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 May 2017 79,739 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 76,111 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer edge slightly shouldered

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 22 Jun 2016 76,111 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre outer edge slightly shouldered

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Jun 2015 70,490 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2014 64,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine oil dipstick broken

Pass 11 Jun 2013 58,824 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Fail 11 Jun 2013 58,824 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside front tyre worn low on outer edge.

Nearside wiper smearing.

Pass 6 Jun 2012 53,680 miles

Both headlamp aims are on limit

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Covers impede part of the inspection

Pass 6 Jun 2011 49,049 miles

Both rear tyres worn low

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Covers impede parts of the inspection

O/S/F tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 7 Jun 2010 44,537 miles

Both headlamp aims are on limit

Both rear tyres worn almost devoid of visable tread on outer edge

Covers impede parts of the inspection

O/S/F tyre slightly worn on inner edge

O/S/R tyre worn low

Pass 9 Jun 2009 38,354 miles

Both front brake pads worn low on inside

Cover impede parts of the inspection

N/S/R tyre getting low

N/S/R tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 10 Jun 2008 32,077 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 24,789 miles

Both front tyre treads worn low on inner edges.

Pass 13 Jun 2006 15,907 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 15,598 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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HG03 TYD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HG03 TYD, 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 HG03 TYD registered?

HG03 TYD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is HG03 TYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 TYD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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