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EX03 DJK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,894 mi
Last recorded82,894 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 DJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 82,894 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 80,085 miles

glow plug light on

o/s/f/tyre outer edge low

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Apr 2015 77,829 miles

bald ring on n/s/f tyre

cut in n/s/f tyre side wall but not to cords

glow plug light on

Pass 2 Apr 2014 75,429 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre has a cut on outer side wall not down to cords

Pass 19 Apr 2013 72,130 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Apr 2013 72,129 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2012 68,796 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

eml light is on

Pass 27 Apr 2011 64,929 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

glow plug light on dash

rear plate starting to deteriorate

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 26 Apr 2011 64,929 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

glow plug light on dash

rear plate starting to deteriorate

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Apr 2010 61,737 miles

car has a under body trim not allowing full inspection of the under side of the car

Pass 7 Apr 2009 58,691 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 54,378 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 50,076 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 42,852 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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EX03 DJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 EX03 DJK, 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.

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What year was EX03 DJK registered?

EX03 DJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is EX03 DJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 DJK shows 14 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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