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CE03 UYP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

185,217 mi
Last recorded185,217 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE03 UYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 185,217 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 185,087 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2017 172,457 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 172,342 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 164,012 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 155,790 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 12 Jan 2015 155,790 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 15 Jan 2014 151,757 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 151,757 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 144,253 miles

advise rear tyres wearing low

Fail 3 Jan 2013 144,253 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

advise rear tyres wearing low

Pass 22 Dec 2011 134,570 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 121,800 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 111,938 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 101,076 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 87,614 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 71,657 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 62,475 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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CE03 UYP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CE03 UYP, 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 CE03 UYP registered?

CE03 UYP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is CE03 UYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE03 UYP shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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