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FV03 RWN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

147,515 mi
Last recorded147,515 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 RWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 147,515 miles

front and rear brake pads getting low and front discs worn

n/s/r bottom hub joint has play close to limit

slight play in both front antiroll bar links

slight play in o/s/r antiroll bar link

Fail 12 Jul 2017 147,511 miles

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

front and rear brake pads getting low and front discs worn

n/s/r bottom hub joint has play close to limit

slight play in both front antiroll bar links

slight play in o/s/r antiroll bar link

Pass 26 Jul 2016 136,957 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 136,832 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 134,075 miles

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 17 Dec 2012 127,979 miles

Indicator stalk getting weak

OSF tyre slightly worn on inner edge & NSF tyre worn on both edges

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight damage in zone A (has been repaired)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 119,793 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 119,793 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 111,173 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake disks slightly worn

rear brake disks slightly worn

Pass 7 Aug 2009 101,045 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 91,747 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 82,142 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 70,056 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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FV03 RWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FV03 RWN, 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 FV03 RWN registered?

FV03 RWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is FV03 RWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 RWN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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