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FC03 NWE

2003 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Diesel 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

151,044 mi
Last recorded151,044 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC03 NWE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 151,044 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 150,903 miles

Central Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Both headlamps misted.

Brake efficiency low - reqs investigation.

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 90,474 miles

both rear tyre treads getting down to wear marks

Pass 25 Jan 2016 141,587 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2016 141,587 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 82,438 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 82,438 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2013 113,383 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Aug 2013 113,382 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2012 60,712 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 60,711 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2011 279,696 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 279,696 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 44,660 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 44,656 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 420?

Based on 24,311 MOT tests across 2,343 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 577
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 565
brake binding 530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 479
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FC03 NWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 420 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 647 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FC03 NWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FC03 NWE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 27 August 2003.

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