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AX03 PWE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,435 mi
Last recorded123,435 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 PWE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 123,435 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint forward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint forward (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 123,433 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint forward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint forward (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 112,203 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 104,121 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 98,795 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 89,265 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 79,862 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 79,862 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 12,680 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 65,876 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 56,642 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 56,642 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 45,006 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 45,006 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 31,549 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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AX03 PWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AX03 PWE, 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 AX03 PWE registered?

AX03 PWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AX03 PWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 PWE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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