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HK52 XBO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

156,249 mi
Last recorded156,249 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK52 XBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 156,249 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 167,484 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 156,876 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 22 Jan 2019 156,876 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 152,862 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 148,420 miles

oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2016 142,289 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 142,289 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' items hanging from rear view mirror (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 134,264 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 124,068 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 115,159 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 105,746 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 105,746 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 89,803 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 70,334 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 70,334 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 52,472 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 41,059 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 35,093 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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HK52 XBO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HK52 XBO, 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 HK52 XBO registered?

HK52 XBO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is HK52 XBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK52 XBO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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