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HT52 PNJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,372 mi
Last recorded116,372 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT52 PNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2021 116,372 miles

front lower suspension arm has slight play

general suspension corrosion

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2020 112,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 1 Feb 2020 112,687 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has nail (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 107,622 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 100,370 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 94,739 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 91,928 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 89,555 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2014 88,769 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 86,169 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 83,063 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 83,063 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 79,474 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 73,697 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 73,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 68,465 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 65,079 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 59,915 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 46,716 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear number plate slight water damage

Pass 2 Feb 2006 46,716 miles

Rear number plate slight water damage

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 PNJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PNJ, 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 HT52 PNJ registered?

HT52 PNJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is HT52 PNJ safe to buy?

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