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HT53 NHB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,158 mi
Last recorded145,158 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 NHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 145,158 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 143,205 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 140,177 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 135,824 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 131,010 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 127,083 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 127,083 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 124,797 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2019 118,964 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 113,013 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 113,013 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 105,855 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 97,261 miles

Rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 29 Dec 2014 88,723 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 82,276 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 75,859 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2012 69,555 miles

nearside tyre wearing on the inside edge

offside tyre wearing on the out side edge

Pass 18 Dec 2010 62,849 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2010 62,849 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 56,143 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 49,771 miles

Both front tyres worn on outter edges.

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

Full lenghth under tray fitted.

Large chunks out of outter side wall of nearside front tyre.

Fail 29 Dec 2008 49,771 miles

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

Both front tyres worn on outter edges.

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

Full lenghth under tray fitted.

Large chunks out of outter side wall of nearside front tyre.

Pass 20 Dec 2007 41,293 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 31,967 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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HT53 NHB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HT53 NHB, 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 HT53 NHB registered?

HT53 NHB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is HT53 NHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 NHB shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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