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AP03 OXS

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,952 mi
Last recorded60,952 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2009
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 OXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2009 60,952 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 60,944 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2008 48,728 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 40,505 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate broken

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

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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AP03 OXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AP03 OXS, 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

How do I check the history of AP03 OXS?

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What year was AP03 OXS registered?

AP03 OXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is AP03 OXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 OXS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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