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FD03 KTP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

162,048 mi
Last recorded162,048 miles
Recorded on10 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 KTP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2016 162,048 miles

EML warning lamp on

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 152,373 miles

n/s/f tyre outer edge low tread

Fail 27 Apr 2015 152,373 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

n/s/f tyre outer edge low tread

Pass 23 Apr 2014 143,395 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 143,395 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 136,398 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2013 136,398 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 129,723 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 124,570 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 115,798 miles

REAR TYRES LOW TREAD CLOSE TO LIMIT

Pass 17 Apr 2009 104,824 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 91,756 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 91,749 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2007 78,603 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 59,601 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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FD03 KTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FD03 KTP, 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 FD03 KTP registered?

FD03 KTP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is FD03 KTP safe to buy?

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