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CW03 KVE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

104,464 mi
Last recorded104,464 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW03 KVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 104,464 miles

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

exhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate

rear n/s and front o/s tyres are starting to wear

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

Fail 14 Jul 2016 104,379 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer shoulder exposed ply (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine running rough

n/s/r antiroll bar link upper bush deteriorated

n/s/r tyre low tread

Pass 6 Jul 2015 93,343 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 89,757 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 89,756 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 84,554 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 80,303 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 76,248 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 72,090 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 72,090 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 66,915 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 61,880 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 61,880 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 56,288 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 56,288 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 42,169 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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CW03 KVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 CW03 KVE, 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 CW03 KVE registered?

CW03 KVE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is CW03 KVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW03 KVE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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