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FY03 FSZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,754 mi
Last recorded40,754 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 FSZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 40,754 miles

Under trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 26 Feb 2018 39,979 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 39,241 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 37,935 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 36,752 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 35,913 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 34,579 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 34,569 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 33,742 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 33,127 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 30,330 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 27 Feb 2009 27,531 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 24,576 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 24,568 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 21,514 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 17,210 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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FY03 FSZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FY03 FSZ, 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 FY03 FSZ registered?

FY03 FSZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is FY03 FSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 FSZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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