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E11 KWU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

185,147 mi
Last recorded185,147 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE11 KWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 185,147 miles

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

parkbrake poor

Pass 13 Apr 2022 182,037 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 173,414 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 167,427 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 153,618 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 142,586 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 135,388 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 122,241 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 117,305 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 112,230 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 100,030 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 96,109 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 56,428 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

sidewall damage to offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Nov 2009 78,990 miles

sidewall damage to offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Nov 2008 57,159 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 57,159 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 44,619 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 25,234 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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E11 KWU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 E11 KWU, 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 E11 KWU registered?

E11 KWU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2003.

Is E11 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E11 KWU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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