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JE52 JOE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,605 mi
Last recorded113,605 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJE52 JOE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 113,605 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2024 108,548 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 107,306 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust fouling suspension

Fail 9 Nov 2018 107,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust fouling suspension

Pass 8 Nov 2017 99,174 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

cuts in nearside front tyre sidewall no cords visible

rear exhaust fowling sub frame

Fail 8 Nov 2017 99,174 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

cuts in nearside front tyre sidewall no cords visible

rear exhaust fowling sub frame

Pass 3 Nov 2016 87,482 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 80,386 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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JE52 JOE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 JE52 JOE, 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 JE52 JOE registered?

JE52 JOE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is JE52 JOE safe to buy?

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