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HK53 SYX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

181,541 mi
Last recorded181,541 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 SYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 181,541 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Jan 2018 174,298 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front too rears at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 166,761 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inside edge

Rear exhaust bracket corroded

Fail 5 Jan 2017 166,761 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inside edge

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2016 160,698 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 153,890 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 144,700 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 144,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 136,143 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 136,081 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 121,761 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 108,892 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2010 108,890 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 95,234 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 84,050 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 66,381 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 47,371 miles

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

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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HK53 SYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HK53 SYX, 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

How do I check the history of HK53 SYX?

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What year was HK53 SYX registered?

HK53 SYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is HK53 SYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 SYX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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