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FA03 XJX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

80,965 mi
Last recorded80,965 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 XJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 80,965 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 71,963 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 66,908 miles

Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 62,451 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 59,485 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 55,535 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 52,364 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 48,963 miles

slight wear in suspension arm ball joints

Pass 28 Aug 2013 44,260 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 44,260 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 39,889 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 36,562 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 30,808 miles

o/s/r tyre tread near wear limit

Pass 12 Aug 2009 25,306 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 20,439 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 15,632 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 10,581 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 XJX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XJX, 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 XJX registered?

FA03 XJX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 August 2003.

Is FA03 XJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA03 XJX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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