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DV03 JNK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,607 mi
Last recorded54,607 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 JNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 54,607 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 54,234 miles

rear subframe corroded in places

Pass 5 Aug 2024 54,072 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 53,794 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 53,355 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 52,380 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear tyres starting to wear lo on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 51,075 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 50,147 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 48,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 47,081 miles

n/s/f tyre worn low on outer edge

Fail 8 Aug 2017 47,070 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre worn low on outer edge

Pass 3 Aug 2016 44,422 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt small split in top dust cover (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 42,457 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 39,689 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 37,868 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 34,629 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 31,788 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 26,997 miles

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 22,162 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 22,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside front tyre is swearing on outer edge.

Pass 14 Aug 2008 18,871 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 18,871 miles

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

near side rear tyre worn to the limit in places in centre of tread.

Pass 31 Jul 2007 14,332 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 9,135 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 JNK 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 DV03 JNK, 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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What year was DV03 JNK registered?

DV03 JNK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is DV03 JNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV03 JNK 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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