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HT52 LVS

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

110,270 mi
Last recorded110,270 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT52 LVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2020 110,270 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 102,110 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 102,100 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Fail 31 May 2019 101,794 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wing mirror case missing! (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 98,030 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre centre tread area ()

Offside Rear Outer outer sidewall of tyre has a deep cut marked in yellow

Pass 23 May 2017 95,917 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 91,858 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 87,829 miles

No emissions detected at time of test

Pass 7 Apr 2014 84,641 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 80,401 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 75,925 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2011 71,600 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 67,518 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 61,955 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 57,202 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 51,735 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 46,902 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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HT52 LVS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HT52 LVS, 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 HT52 LVS registered?

HT52 LVS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 February 2003.

Is HT52 LVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT52 LVS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HT52 LVS have outstanding finance?

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