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HV53 PXL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,046 mi
Last recorded121,046 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 PXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 121,046 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

Pass 12 Aug 2016 113,167 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 113,159 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 105,676 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 99,551 miles

centre exhaust clamp cracked 3/4"st through

Fail 13 Aug 2014 99,433 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)

centre exhaust clamp cracked 3/4"st through

Pass 12 Aug 2013 90,528 miles

parking brake application noisey

Fail 12 Aug 2013 90,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

parking brake application noisey

Pass 6 Aug 2012 80,806 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre cut

Fail 10 Aug 2011 73,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 73,628 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 65,692 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 56,638 miles

drivers wiper smears....

Pass 3 Sep 2008 48,958 miles

o/s/f inner brake pad appears low , advise inspection....

Pass 28 Aug 2007 40,688 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)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 29,169 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 PXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HV53 PXL, 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 HV53 PXL registered?

HV53 PXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is HV53 PXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 PXL shows 16 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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