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CA03 XHM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,287 mi
Last recorded65,287 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 XHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 65,287 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 61,281 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

stonechip in zone b

Pass 11 Jun 2018 61,055 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 60,557 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 59,654 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2016 59,654 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 56,414 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 50,313 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 50,310 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 42,105 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 34,977 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 34,977 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE 2MM

Pass 14 Jun 2011 30,164 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 30,164 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2010 25,214 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 19,875 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 15,776 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 12,625 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 12,625 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 11,223 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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CA03 XHM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CA03 XHM, 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 CA03 XHM registered?

CA03 XHM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is CA03 XHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA03 XHM shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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