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FT03 FTA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

58,799 mi
Last recorded58,799 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT03 FTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 58,799 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL RIGID PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Mar 2026 58,797 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front Arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL RIGID PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 55,896 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 52,870 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 49,991 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 47,159 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 43,933 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 41,470 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 38,093 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 35,080 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 33,555 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 31,626 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 29,783 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 27,060 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 25,716 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 23,397 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 21,979 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 16,606 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 12,206 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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FT03 FTA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FT03 FTA, 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 FT03 FTA registered?

FT03 FTA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is FT03 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT03 FTA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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