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HJ53 UWB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Lpg 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,325 mi
Last recorded77,325 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ53 UWB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 77,325 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 77,325 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 66,995 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 65,176 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 63,961 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 61,689 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 58,998 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2012 54,941 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 54,783 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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)

SRS warning light status: ON; indicating a fualt.

engine management light status: ON.

Pass 31 Mar 2011 49,585 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 49,584 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 43,143 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 35,349 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 26,264 miles

left mirror indicator slightly cracked

right washer jet blocked but adequate water on screen

Pass 2 Aug 2006 21,758 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 21,758 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 UWB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UWB, 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 UWB registered?

HJ53 UWB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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