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AV03 KTP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

167,456 mi
Last recorded167,456 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 KTP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2015 167,456 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit NS + OS edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 154,404 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 139,509 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 123,411 miles

rear tyres low on edges

Pass 3 Oct 2011 107,225 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 91,059 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 29 Sep 2010 91,057 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2009 76,226 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 60,541 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 46,143 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 40,098 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 30,797 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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AV03 KTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AV03 KTP, 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 AV03 KTP registered?

AV03 KTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is AV03 KTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 KTP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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