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FV03 XFR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

175,511 mi
Last recorded175,511 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 XFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2018 175,511 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 165,464 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 151,218 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 138,340 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 124,889 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 111,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front tyre wearing on outter edge

Pass 23 May 2013 108,352 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 83,706 miles

both rear tyres wearing thin in centre

Pass 25 May 2011 75,560 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 69,202 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 62,043 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 62,024 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 55,271 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 42,844 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 27,410 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 XFR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 XFR, 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 FV03 XFR registered?

FV03 XFR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is FV03 XFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 XFR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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