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AC03 AYT

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,377 mi
Last recorded120,377 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 AYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 120,377 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 114,611 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 31 May 2016 108,620 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 102,650 miles

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

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

both wipers split but clearing

glow plug light on

small exhaust leak

Pass 26 Jun 2014 95,966 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust center joint clamp broken and has slight exhaust leak

No dip stick fitted for engine oil, no oil temperature taken

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2013 90,112 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 90,108 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 82,224 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2011 73,998 miles

under cover type vehicle

very slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 22 Jun 2010 64,122 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 53,762 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 53,755 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2008 46,760 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 31,010 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2005 20,264 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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AC03 AYT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AC03 AYT, 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 AC03 AYT registered?

AC03 AYT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is AC03 AYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 AYT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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