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EO03 TKF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,003 mi
Last recorded77,003 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 TKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 77,003 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides corroded and 1mm lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 76,976 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides corroded and 1mm lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working Both Sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake excessively binding Both Sides...... hand brake pivot seized (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working Both Sides (3.5 (a))

pad wearing light is on the dash

Pass 20 Feb 2024 75,584 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 48,822 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 48,520 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 48,520 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 47,460 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 46,622 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 46,146 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 45,775 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 45,226 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 44,678 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 43,754 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 42,411 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 41,290 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 40,574 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 39,776 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 38,045 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 35,752 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 34,013 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 29,756 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 24,543 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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EO03 TKF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EO03 TKF, 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 EO03 TKF registered?

EO03 TKF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is EO03 TKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO03 TKF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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