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DX03 XZC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

61,279 mi
Last recorded61,279 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 XZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 61,279 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 59,008 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 57,390 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 57,388 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 55,548 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 55,468 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 55,468 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 53,272 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 53,272 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 50,907 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 48,219 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 45,129 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 40,458 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre outer shoulder worn

Fail 31 Mar 2009 40,458 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

nearside front tyre outer shoulder worn

Pass 25 Feb 2008 33,922 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 28,084 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 21,136 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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DX03 XZC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DX03 XZC, 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

How do I check the history of DX03 XZC?

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What year was DX03 XZC registered?

DX03 XZC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is DX03 XZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 XZC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX03 XZC have outstanding finance?

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