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FH03 KCN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,843 mi
Last recorded154,843 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 KCN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2018 154,843 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 154,843 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Oct 2018 154,431 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 147,025 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2017 146,856 miles

Nearside rear brake binding unable to check wheel bearing (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 131,915 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 126,178 miles

undertrays fitted obsecuring some components

Pass 12 Jan 2015 118,995 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 113,100 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2014 113,100 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jan 2013 106,598 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 22,397 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 92,770 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 85,576 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 85,576 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 78,864 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 78,864 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 73,435 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 73,387 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres rubbing on inner arches

Pass 5 Jan 2007 65,923 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 59,466 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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FH03 KCN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH03 KCN, 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 FH03 KCN registered?

FH03 KCN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is FH03 KCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 KCN shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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