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AU03 XWG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,347 mi
Last recorded160,347 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 XWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2025 160,347 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 152,810 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 148,557 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jan 2024 148,511 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 144,930 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced also around rear suspension brackets. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 141,159 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2022 141,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 134,705 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 134,697 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 128,956 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 122,627 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 117,391 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 111,849 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 111,822 miles

service light on dash

slight engine oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2016 111,708 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 111,708 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 109,644 miles

nearside front drop link has minor play

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 14 Mar 2014 106,343 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 104,008 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 100,518 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 96,015 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 90,535 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 82,105 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 78,511 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 78,481 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 74,930 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 65,315 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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AU03 XWG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AU03 XWG, 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 AU03 XWG registered?

AU03 XWG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AU03 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 XWG shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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