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FG03 ETV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,891 mi
Last recorded76,891 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 ETV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2013 76,891 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 Aug 2013 76,731 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 4 Aug 2012 67,357 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both registration plates secured with tape

damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 13 Aug 2011 60,063 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2011 59,996 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 53,903 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 48,954 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 42,565 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 35,792 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 25,049 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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FG03 ETV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG03 ETV, 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 FG03 ETV registered?

FG03 ETV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is FG03 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 ETV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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