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HV53 PXH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

61,973 mi
Last recorded61,973 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 PXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 61,973 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 57,376 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 53,565 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 53,274 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 52,712 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 51,834 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside front perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 51,235 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 50,749 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 48,627 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Door mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 48,035 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 46,972 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 45,847 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 43,931 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 43,931 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 41,744 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 39,625 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 37,061 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 37,035 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 33,530 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 30,604 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 27,313 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 27,313 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 21,537 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 15,716 miles

slight wobble in near sdie mirror

Pass 1 Aug 2006 11,755 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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HV53 PXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 HV53 PXH, 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 HV53 PXH registered?

HV53 PXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is HV53 PXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 PXH shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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