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HK03 XEV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

149,462 mi
Last recorded149,462 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 XEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 149,462 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine management light on

nearside rear of vehicle sitting slightly lower than offside

Fail 25 Aug 2015 149,399 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine management light on

nearside rear of vehicle sitting slightly lower than offside

Pass 26 Aug 2014 136,845 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 125,096 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

surface rust starting on front and rear steel brake pipes

Pass 2 Jul 2012 68,824 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 56,036 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 92,099 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 79,987 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 67,384 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 53,682 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 40,088 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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HK03 XEV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HK03 XEV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK03 XEV registered?

HK03 XEV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is HK03 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 XEV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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