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FR03 CEA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,787 mi
Last recorded65,787 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR03 CEA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 65,787 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 58,347 miles

slight play in front inner rack joints

Fail 12 Oct 2012 58,347 miles

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

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

slight play in front inner rack joints

Pass 14 Oct 2011 48,077 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 40,413 miles

front tyres starting to wear edges

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 16 Oct 2009 32,553 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 25,139 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 18,670 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 17,005 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 15,057 miles

nail in near side rear tyre

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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FR03 CEA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FR03 CEA, 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

How do I check the history of FR03 CEA?

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What year was FR03 CEA registered?

FR03 CEA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is FR03 CEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR03 CEA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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