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FA03 UMH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

99,043 mi
Last recorded99,043 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 UMH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 99,043 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 97,894 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 94,906 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 91,690 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 91,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 May 2014 85,932 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 May 2014 85,931 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2013 79,817 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 74,165 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 74,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 68,633 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 63,110 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 63,110 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 56,519 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 56,519 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 48,427 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 48,427 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 35,175 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 UMH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FA03 UMH, 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 FA03 UMH registered?

FA03 UMH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is FA03 UMH safe to buy?

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