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FB03 MWN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,451 mi
Last recorded97,451 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 MWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2014 97,451 miles

offside rear tyre worn to 3mm

Fail 7 Jan 2014 97,451 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

195/65/15

offside rear tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 9 Jan 2013 83,696 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 83,696 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Pass 12 Jan 2012 72,665 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2011 59,672 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 49,673 miles

washers inop due to weather frozen

Pass 30 Dec 2008 39,961 miles

n/s front tyre approaching wear limit outer edge

o/s rear tyre approaching wear limit inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2007 30,150 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 20,338 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 12,698 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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FB03 MWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FB03 MWN, 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 FB03 MWN registered?

FB03 MWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 August 2003.

Is FB03 MWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB03 MWN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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