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EN03 PXJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,950 mi
Last recorded39,950 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN03 PXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 39,950 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Nov 2025 39,902 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear lower suspension arm (marked with chalk) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 33,115 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2024 33,115 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 32,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 32,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 bridgestone (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 32,678 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 32,405 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 31,961 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 31,866 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 31,480 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly cracked and deteriorated

Pass 8 Jul 2017 30,591 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush FRONT (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush FRONT (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 29,367 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 28,007 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 27,077 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 25,872 miles

nearside front tyre worn low, slight cracking on side wall

Pass 28 Jun 2012 24,732 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 22,800 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 20,560 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 18,150 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,935 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 30 Jun 2008 15,644 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2007 12,140 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 10,032 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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EN03 PXJ 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 EN03 PXJ, 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 EN03 PXJ registered?

EN03 PXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is EN03 PXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN03 PXJ 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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