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AY03 SVC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

188,041 mi
Last recorded188,041 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 SVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 188,041 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 167,624 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 167,624 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 164,974 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 160,105 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 157,018 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 152,868 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 152,868 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 148,132 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 139,188 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 127,254 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 111,168 miles

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

wipers just clear screen

Fail 9 Jul 2009 111,168 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

wipers just clear screen

Pass 12 Jul 2008 94,553 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 74,236 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 57,707 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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AY03 SVC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 AY03 SVC, 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 AY03 SVC registered?

AY03 SVC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 July 2003.

Is AY03 SVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 SVC 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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