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AX03 VNY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

202,806 mi
Last recorded202,806 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 VNY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 202,806 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 202,806 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 194,530 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 190,818 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 184,460 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 179,079 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 174,516 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 167,215 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 161,999 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 154,543 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 27 Sep 2010 147,195 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)

Fail 17 Sep 2009 140,183 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 140,183 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 130,312 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 130,012 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

left front fog lamp insecure

Pass 1 Sep 2006 103,508 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 VNY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VNY, 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 VNY registered?

AX03 VNY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is AX03 VNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 VNY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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