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DA03 FJV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2014
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

226,697 mi
Last recorded226,697 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 FJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2013 226,697 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 103,121 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 97,662 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 97,662 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 93,152 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 85,632 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 80,620 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 73,146 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 69,216 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 69,216 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 64,221 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 60,106 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 53,201 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 93,840 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 84,598 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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DA03 FJV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DA03 FJV, 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 DA03 FJV registered?

DA03 FJV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is DA03 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 FJV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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