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CA03 ZZF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

106,783 mi
Last recorded106,783 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 ZZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 106,783 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 106,783 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 84,084 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 80,503 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 78,527 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive both cross arm rusting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

driver mirror faded

Pass 13 Jul 2020 77,330 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 74,721 miles

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))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 71,478 miles

anti roll link worn

Pass 18 Jul 2017 69,078 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 66,946 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 64,908 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 59,216 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 54,143 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 50,295 miles

N/S/F tyre outer edge wearing close to limit

Pass 11 Jul 2011 44,835 miles

slight play n/s steering rack + track rod end

Pass 12 Jul 2010 40,528 miles

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

o/s front drop link arm dust cover split

Pass 16 Jul 2009 37,237 miles

crack in n/s mirror repeater lamp lens - cosmetic only.

rear number plate poor.

rear pads approx. 5000m. (= service due 9600m)

wiper smear = recommend blades.

Fail 16 Jul 2009 37,237 miles

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

rear number plate poor.

wiper smear = recommend blades.

rear pads approx. 5000m. (= service due 9600m)

crack in n/s mirror repeater lamp lens - cosmetic only.

Pass 22 Jul 2008 35,309 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 35,303 miles

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 16,502 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 24,652 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 ZZF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 ZZF, 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

How do I check the history of CA03 ZZF?

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What year was CA03 ZZF registered?

CA03 ZZF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 July 2003.

Is CA03 ZZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA03 ZZF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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