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EW03 OAU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEW03 OAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018

Offside Front body damaged

rear reg plate faded

Fail 12 Apr 2018 121,260 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp on with fog switch (1.2.1f)

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2018 121,601 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2017 110,997 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 110,520 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 103,869 miles

Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn both (4.2.B.5)

oil leak

Fail 14 Apr 2016 103,869 miles

Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn both (4.2.B.5)

Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

oil leak

Fail 15 Apr 2015 98,701 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2015 98,701 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2014 91,888 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 84,149 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 84,149 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 76,447 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 67,303 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 59,879 miles

THERE MAY BE SLIGHT BRAKE JUDDER FROM BOTH REAR BRAKES

Pass 30 Mar 2009 52,546 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 52,544 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 16 Mar 2009 52,508 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK NSR SEAT BELT DUE TO CHILD SEAT FITTED

Pass 28 Mar 2008 44,765 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 44,748 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 44,656 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 38,441 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 29,196 miles

safty catch on bonnet missing

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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EW03 OAU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EW03 OAU, 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 EW03 OAU registered?

EW03 OAU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is EW03 OAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EW03 OAU shows 23 tests with a 56.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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