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EN03 TXJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

234,592 mi
Last recorded234,592 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN03 TXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 234,592 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

handbrake not returning properly

Fail 12 Dec 2016 234,592 miles

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

handbrake not returning properly

Pass 10 Dec 2015 219,075 miles

Nearside Front nail in

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 201,085 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 187,130 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 174,304 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 174,304 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 163,426 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2011 163,426 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2010 155,701 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 145,715 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 135,069 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 87,532 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 87,532 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 59,207 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 TXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 TXJ, 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 EN03 TXJ?

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What year was EN03 TXJ registered?

EN03 TXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is EN03 TXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN03 TXJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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