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FP03 ZFB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

118,007 mi
Last recorded118,007 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 ZFB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 118,007 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 114,758 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 114,758 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 107,734 miles

Full exhaust slightly deteriorated

Fail 19 Feb 2013 107,732 miles

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Full exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Apr 2012 103,655 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 89,912 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 89,079 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 Mar 2010 75,116 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 75,116 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 65,975 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 51,755 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 51,754 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 42,862 miles

o/s front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges.

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 ZFB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 FP03 ZFB, 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 ZFB registered?

FP03 ZFB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is FP03 ZFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 ZFB shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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