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HT03 VVD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

58,116 mi
Last recorded58,116 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT03 VVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 58,116 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides and offside repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2025 57,377 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 55,606 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 53,374 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 49,811 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 45,582 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 43,954 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 43,910 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 15 Jun 2016 43,855 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)

engine cover, undertray and floor undertray fitted.

Pass 22 Jun 2015 43,282 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 41,712 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 41,680 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2013 40,287 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 38,315 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 35,715 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 31,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 31,082 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 25,883 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 21,504 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 16,378 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 10,787 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 VVD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HT03 VVD, 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 VVD registered?

HT03 VVD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is HT03 VVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT03 VVD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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