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HJ53 TXB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,968 mi
Last recorded102,968 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ53 TXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2016 102,968 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 98,419 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 87,061 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 75,611 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 69,331 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 59,114 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear tyres worn

Pass 5 Oct 2010 47,985 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 43,474 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 37,881 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 32,872 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 26,824 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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HJ53 TXB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HJ53 TXB, 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 HJ53 TXB registered?

HJ53 TXB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is HJ53 TXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ53 TXB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ53 TXB have outstanding finance?

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