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FA03 MYG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

19,066 mi
Last recorded19,066 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 MYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 19,066 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 19,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads just over half worn service check soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 18,991 miles

wax oil underbody while all stiil good

Pass 27 Sep 2021 18,699 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 18,668 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2019 18,664 miles

like new unederbody to keep same wax oil grease now through out preventive maintenance does work

Fail 22 Sep 2019 18,664 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

like new unederbody to keep same wax oil grease now through out preventive maintenance does work

Pass 13 May 2018 17,169 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 17,137 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 17,077 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 16,934 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 16,934 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 16,609 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 14,654 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 12,443 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 11,605 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 11,050 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 10,589 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 9,826 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 8,273 miles

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 10 Jul 2006 7,799 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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FA03 MYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 FA03 MYG, 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 FA03 MYG registered?

FA03 MYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is FA03 MYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA03 MYG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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