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FV03 XFY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

77,256 mi
Last recorded77,256 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 77,256 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 75,651 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 74,194 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2019 73,221 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 71,331 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 68,563 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 66,013 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 63,195 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 61,666 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 60,051 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 57,865 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 20 Dec 2011 55,524 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 55,524 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 52,857 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 19,263 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 47,325 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 44,856 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 44,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 37,880 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 XFY 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 89.5%.

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 XFY, 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 FV03 XFY?

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What year was FV03 XFY registered?

FV03 XFY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is FV03 XFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 XFY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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