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CX03 PZB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,554 mi
Last recorded55,554 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 PZB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 55,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 14 Jan 2025 50,601 miles

Front both front bushes deteriorating

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays + covers fitted obscuring items

Pass 20 Jan 2024 45,236 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 45,236 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 41,415 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 41,415 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 39,847 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2018 32,975 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2017 29,241 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 27,176 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 26,188 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 25,083 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 23,146 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 19,356 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 15,631 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 15,892 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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CX03 PZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CX03 PZB, 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 CX03 PZB registered?

CX03 PZB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is CX03 PZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX03 PZB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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