MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
116,384 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
covers prevent full inspection to some components
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
underside covers prevent full inspection of some components
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
underside covers prevent full inspection of some components
Front no plate deteriorated
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Front no plate deteriorated
Stop lamp not working nearside rear (1.2.1b)
coil spring broken nearside front (2.4.C.1a)
nearside front wiper ripped
nearside front tyre worn badly on outer edge
offside rear shock absorber weak
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Offside 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)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
nearside front tyre worn heavily on outer shoulder
offside rear shock absorber weak
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)
Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HG03 VTX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.
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 HG03 VTX, 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 VTX registered?
HG03 VTX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2003.
Is HG03 VTX safe to buy?
The MOT history for HG03 VTX shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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