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HT53 SRX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,906 mi
Last recorded55,906 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 SRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2014 55,906 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)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 55,905 miles

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

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)

Fail 24 Aug 2013 52,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 52,086 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 50,765 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside rear roadwheel slightly tight when rotated by hand

Pass 20 Aug 2011 48,900 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 39,895 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 38,952 miles

under side of vehicle not fully checked due to covers thougth out

Pass 22 Dec 2008 35,440 miles

under side of vehicle not fully checked due to covers thougth out

Fail 22 Dec 2008 35,440 miles

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

under side of vehicle not fully checked due to covers thougth out

Pass 28 Dec 2007 29,658 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

underside of vehicle not fully checked due to covers

Pass 20 Dec 2006 23,495 miles

Offside front fog lamp insecure

Windscreen washer "Fluid low" warning lamp on.

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 SRX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SRX, 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 HT53 SRX registered?

HT53 SRX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is HT53 SRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 SRX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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