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HL03 GXB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

117,331 mi
Last recorded117,331 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHL03 GXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 117,331 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 113,308 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 113,308 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2021 108,639 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 102,238 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 100,793 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 98,129 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 95,670 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 92,469 miles

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)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 90,052 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 87,536 miles

Front wiper blades slightly smeering screen

N/S/R tyre getting low on outer edge 2.5mm

Pass 20 Jul 2013 85,348 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 82,701 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 80,581 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 77,975 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 74,784 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 73,396 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Plastic shields fitted under nearly all of vehicle.

Pass 14 Apr 2008 63,335 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 50,520 miles

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)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 36,329 miles

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

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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HL03 GXB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 HL03 GXB, 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 HL03 GXB registered?

HL03 GXB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is HL03 GXB safe to buy?

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