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CU03 WTD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,212 mi
Last recorded122,212 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 WTD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2014 122,212 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 113,723 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 133,723 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

engine management light on

Pass 25 Sep 2012 105,216 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 89,425 miles

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

front and rear number plates in poor condition

osf tyre tread split

screen chipped

Fail 4 Aug 2011 89,425 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

screen chipped

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

front and rear number plates in poor condition

osf tyre tread split

Pass 3 Sep 2010 78,925 miles

Front number plate slightly deteriorated.

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated.

Fail 3 Sep 2010 78,925 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front number plate slightly deteriorated.

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated.

Pass 1 Sep 2009 69,013 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 59,557 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 55,392 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 43,005 miles

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Pass 4 Mar 2006 32,464 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2006 32,464 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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CU03 WTD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 CU03 WTD, 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 CU03 WTD registered?

CU03 WTD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is CU03 WTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 WTD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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