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FE03 KFP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,849 mi
Last recorded118,849 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 KFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 118,849 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre has cut on side wall but no cord exposed

Offside Front Tyre has cut on side wall but no cord exposed

Pass 6 Feb 2016 108,783 miles

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

undertray fitted to vehicle

Fail 6 Feb 2016 108,783 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

undertray fitted to vehicle

Pass 28 Oct 2014 108,777 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 28 Oct 2014 108,777 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 20 Sep 2013 104,410 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 98,466 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Sep 2012 98,466 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2011 87,398 miles

front brake disc slight worn

rear brake disc slight worn

Pass 25 Feb 2010 74,521 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 74,772 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 61,873 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front tyres wearing on inside

Pass 19 Feb 2008 45,037 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 31,664 miles

Slight deteriation on rear number plate

Pass 2 Mar 2006 20,650 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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FE03 KFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol 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 FE03 KFP, 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 FE03 KFP registered?

FE03 KFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is FE03 KFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 KFP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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