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DK03 YBS

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,129 mi
Last recorded87,129 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 YBS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 87,129 miles

car tested in wet condition

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside headlamp inside part slightly insecure

offside side repeater

Pass 19 Mar 2013 80,007 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 80,007 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 74,047 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on indicating a fault

Pass 26 Nov 2010 71,265 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 117,936 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 104,819 miles

both front wiper blade rubber ends split

both rear tyres will require replacement soon

front number plate cracked

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 23 Apr 2009 102,055 miles

Nerarside reartyre tread has small cut

Pass 23 May 2008 89,213 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 77,121 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 64,520 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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DK03 YBS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YBS, 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 YBS registered?

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

Is DK03 YBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 YBS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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