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A11 FJT

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,099 mi
Last recorded85,099 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 FJT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 85,099 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 85,094 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 82,586 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 79,025 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 75,283 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 71,960 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 70,689 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 69,745 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 65,477 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 61,807 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 58,231 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 54,641 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 51,540 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 47,976 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 44,912 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 41,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 41,462 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 37,255 miles

Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2011 37,255 miles

Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 31,091 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 22,186 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 21,645 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 19,658 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 17,069 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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A11 FJT 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 87.5%.

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 A11 FJT, 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 A11 FJT registered?

A11 FJT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is A11 FJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 FJT shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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