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HS52 TEU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,552 mi
Last recorded91,552 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS52 TEU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 91,552 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Around both front subframe rear mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring sight of some components

Fail 25 Nov 2020 91,552 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Around both front subframe rear mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring sight of some components

Pass 18 Nov 2019 84,927 miles

corrosion in front chassis rails,rear subframe,floor,etc

corrosion in offside rear and nearside front brake pipes ,advise renewing

eml light tempremental

Fail 15 Nov 2019 84,919 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn most forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion in front chassis rails,rear subframe,floor,etc

corrosion in offside rear and nearside front brake pipes ,advise renewing

eml light tempremental

Pass 20 Oct 2018 78,195 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 74,744 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2016 70,100 miles

General surface corrosion to rear suspension

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

Pass 14 Nov 2015 64,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front inner (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Rear sub frame and components,genral corrosion

Fail 14 Nov 2015 64,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front inner (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Rear sub frame and components,genral corrosion

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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HS52 TEU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HS52 TEU, 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 HS52 TEU registered?

HS52 TEU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HS52 TEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS52 TEU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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