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EX03 KTP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

96,362 mi
Last recorded96,362 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 KTP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 96,362 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened forward (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened forward (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 93,851 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened link arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened link arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 90,934 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 87,986 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 83,850 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 79,785 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 76,459 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 71,801 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 63,643 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 59,334 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 54,754 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 54,754 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 52,660 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 52,654 miles

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

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 21 Feb 2014 48,363 miles

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

n/s front tyre wearing outer edge [balding]

n/s rear tyre 2mm tread left

Pass 22 Feb 2013 45,146 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 40,853 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2011 35,275 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 32,303 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 28,727 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 21,374 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 18,573 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 14,538 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 KTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 EX03 KTP, 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 EX03 KTP registered?

EX03 KTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is EX03 KTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 KTP shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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