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AK03 FDA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,982 mi
Last recorded39,982 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 FDA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 39,982 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 39,982 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 32,218 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 29,484 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 28,939 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 28,232 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 27,918 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 27,659 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 26,996 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 26,269 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 25,635 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 24,841 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 23,947 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 22,861 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 21,769 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2012 20,471 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

number plates

wipres worn gone hard

Pass 30 Mar 2011 19,368 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 17,647 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear tyres wearing low may need replacing at some time before next mot

Pass 18 Mar 2010 17,647 miles

rear tyres wearing low may need replacing at some time before next mot

Pass 19 Mar 2009 15,465 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 13,942 miles

Parking brake ratchet is broken, does not affect parking brake operation.

Pass 22 Mar 2007 11,179 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 9,095 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 9,094 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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AK03 FDA 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 AK03 FDA, 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 AK03 FDA registered?

AK03 FDA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is AK03 FDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 FDA 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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