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EA03 KZU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,718 mi
Last recorded57,718 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 KZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 57,718 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 55,589 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 53,395 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 53,395 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 53,249 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 51,005 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outside wall damaged, perishing & cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 49,443 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 49,443 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged outer wall damaged (driven flat) 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge & cracking 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 48,099 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 46,987 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2016 46,838 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 46,506 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 46,273 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 45,825 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 45,353 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 44,024 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 39,276 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 34,702 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 29,980 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 25,976 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 21,458 miles

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

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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EA03 KZU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EA03 KZU, 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 EA03 KZU registered?

EA03 KZU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is EA03 KZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA03 KZU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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