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AF03 UEW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

87,383 mi
Last recorded87,383 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 UEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 87,383 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2026 87,383 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 82,031 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 75,346 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 68,269 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 60,029 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 54,260 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 49,790 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 43,463 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 43,463 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 38,134 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 38,133 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 31,627 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 28,143 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 28,143 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 26,729 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 25,664 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 24,427 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 24,427 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 22,933 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 21,761 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 20,223 miles

Advise some corrosion to front discs inner face.

Pass 21 Jul 2009 19,203 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 16,403 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 15,165 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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AF03 UEW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 AF03 UEW, 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 AF03 UEW registered?

AF03 UEW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AF03 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 UEW shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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