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AX03 VOP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2023
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

80,221 mi
Last recorded80,221 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2022 80,221 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front bumber damaged

Fail 29 Dec 2022 80,221 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front bumber damaged

Fail 21 Dec 2022 80,116 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2021 77,706 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 71,239 miles

Indicator switch faulty does not hold in place (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil level could not be checked due to no dipstick

rear exhaust bracket is missing but exhaust system is still secure

Fail 3 Sep 2020 71,239 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Indicator switch faulty does not hold in place (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil level could not be checked due to no dipstick

rear exhaust bracket is missing but exhaust system is still secure

Pass 3 Sep 2019 65,435 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 60,392 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 59,432 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 58,541 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 57,630 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 56,411 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 55,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jun 2013 55,552 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2012 49,437 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 49,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 43,312 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 37,568 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 33,724 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 30,227 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 30,227 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 26,147 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 15,905 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 11,607 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 8,070 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 VOP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 VOP, 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 VOP registered?

AX03 VOP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 July 2003.

Is AX03 VOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 VOP shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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