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DV03 JMU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

124,175 mi
Last recorded124,175 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 JMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 124,175 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 8 May 2018 124,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55 R16 91V (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 26 Apr 2017 114,779 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine covers and under-trays fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2017 114,779 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

engine covers and under-trays fitted

Pass 19 Apr 2016 109,906 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 104,129 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Apr 2015 104,129 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 100,053 miles

General surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.

Plastic undr tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places.Unable to inspect steering and suspension fully.

Testing in wet conditions.

Pass 24 Apr 2013 95,262 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 95,262 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 88,576 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 81,163 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 75,058 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 68,165 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 61,539 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 55,699 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 49,034 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 49,034 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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DV03 JMU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DV03 JMU, 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.

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DV03 JMU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 June 2003.

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