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A12 TEG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,487 mi
Last recorded72,487 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2008
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 TEG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2008 72,487 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 63,218 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 53,061 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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A12 TEG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A12 TEG, 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 A12 TEG registered?

A12 TEG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 February 2003.

Is A12 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 TEG shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A12 TEG have outstanding finance?

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