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FP03 RXS

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,163 mi
Last recorded82,163 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 RXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 82,163 miles

EML light illuminated on dashboard

nearside headlight aim cloudy

offside headlight aim cloudy

Fail 8 Jul 2015 82,152 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

EML light illuminated on dashboard

offside headlight aim cloudy

Pass 7 Mar 2014 82,098 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 78,491 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 74,786 miles

eml light on

Fail 26 Jan 2012 74,786 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

eml light on

Pass 10 Jan 2011 69,358 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 64,304 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 59,908 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 53,244 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 53,244 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2007 42,957 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 37,294 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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FP03 RXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FP03 RXS, 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 FP03 RXS registered?

FP03 RXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is FP03 RXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 RXS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP03 RXS have outstanding finance?

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