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HT03 FYA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

111,827 mi
Last recorded111,827 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT03 FYA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 111,827 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 98,895 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

engine management light on dash (fault)

o/s/f fog light damaged not working ??

sill covers fitted not allow full inspection ???

Pass 28 Nov 2011 68,231 miles

n/s o/s front tyres worn outer edges >??

sill covers fitted not allow full inspection ???

under body covers fitted not allow full inspection ???

Pass 3 Dec 2010 46,974 miles

difficult to asses rear coil springs fully

nearside front and nearside rear tyres are cracked and perished but have no ply or cord showing

offside and nearside front wheel bearings have little play

unable asses under bonnet and underside of vehicle fully due to covers fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2009 30,008 miles

UNDERSIDE OF VEHILE DIFICULT TO ASSESS DUE TO PLASTIC UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 30 Jul 2009 29,865 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 29,550 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 27,403 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 27,403 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 23,606 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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HT03 FYA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HT03 FYA, 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.

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What year was HT03 FYA registered?

HT03 FYA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is HT03 FYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT03 FYA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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