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DK03 YBL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,738 mi
Last recorded98,738 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 YBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 98,738 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 96,399 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 93,473 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 91,603 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 91,603 miles

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 87,292 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 84,370 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 82,893 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 78,985 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 74,636 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 70,140 miles

under cover

Pass 4 Jan 2016 63,627 miles

under cover

Pass 5 Jan 2015 58,042 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2014 51,373 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 43,964 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2012 36,590 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 30,798 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 24,204 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 23,453 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 23,453 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 22,565 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 20,665 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 17,874 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 17,874 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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DK03 YBL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 DK03 YBL, 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 DK03 YBL registered?

DK03 YBL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is DK03 YBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 YBL shows 24 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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