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AX03 WVA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

132,812 mi
Last recorded132,812 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 WVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 132,812 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear coil springs are corroding

front brake discs are lipped

under tray is fitted

Fail 20 May 2016 132,684 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear coil springs are corroding

front brake discs are lipped

under tray is fitted

Pass 27 May 2015 121,994 miles

both front tyres are wearing on outer edge

both rear coil springs are corroding

Fail 27 May 2015 121,994 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres are wearing on outer edge

both rear coil springs are corroding

Pass 2 Jun 2014 109,834 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both rear coil springs are corroding

Pass 30 May 2013 95,612 miles

both rear coil springs are corroding

Pass 15 Jun 2012 81,606 miles

both rear coil springs are corroding

rear anti roll bar is corroding

Pass 15 Jun 2011 69,008 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 64,210 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2010 64,210 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 58,829 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 53,564 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 44,146 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 34,868 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 34,866 miles

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

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 WVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 WVA, 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 WVA registered?

AX03 WVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 August 2003.

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The MOT history for AX03 WVA 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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