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HK03 ZYL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,161 mi
Last recorded134,161 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 ZYL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 134,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Feb 2018 134,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2017 114,706 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 114,668 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 10 Nov 2015 93,466 miles

centre rear exhaust mount missing

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of safety belts

Pass 10 Nov 2014 85,290 miles

Centre exhaust mount is broken but exhaust is still supported.

Engine management lamp is on.

Pass 31 Jul 2013 75,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jul 2013 75,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 67,684 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 58,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 53,177 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 45,792 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 38,126 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 30,220 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 23,534 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 ZYL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZYL, 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 ZYL registered?

HK03 ZYL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is HK03 ZYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 ZYL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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