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FP51 AAF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests30 (20 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,425 mi
Last recorded95,425 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 AAF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 10 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 95,425 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 94,789 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 94,788 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 92,123 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 92,082 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 89,560 miles

cracking /wear tp rear sub frame bush's

exhaust blow

Fail 19 Sep 2023 89,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

cracking /wear tp rear sub frame bush's

exhaust blow

Pass 13 Sep 2022 85,225 miles

exhaust tail box rusting plus slight blow

Fail 13 Sep 2022 85,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust tail box rusting plus slight blow

wear lip to front brake discs

Pass 31 Aug 2021 80,171 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 80,171 miles

Central Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 76,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

headlamps deteriated image ok at time of test

nearside front tyre has damage to outer wall

Pass 27 Aug 2019 72,110 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both headlamps deteriorated

damage to offside rear lamp

Fail 27 Aug 2019 72,110 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

damage to offside rear lamp

Pass 2 Aug 2018 67,957 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 63,270 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 54,126 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 49,254 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 46,146 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 46,146 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 45,548 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 45,540 miles

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

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 44,106 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 44,106 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 41,367 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 38,805 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2008 35,764 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 35,764 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 30,573 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 25,174 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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FP51 AAF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 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 FP51 AAF, 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 FP51 AAF registered?

FP51 AAF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FP51 AAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 AAF shows 30 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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