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DK03 YCR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

106,112 mi
Last recorded106,112 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 106,112 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 93,358 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 86,962 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2020 86,962 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 75,674 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 69,032 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 68,869 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.887 should be 0.97-1.03 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4% should be 0.97-1.03 (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 63,506 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 63,504 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 61,104 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 50,432 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 29,147 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 26,963 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 25,308 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 23,473 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 20,855 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 18,339 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 15,316 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 12,434 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 YCR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YCR, 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 YCR registered?

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

Is DK03 YCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK03 YCR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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