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K9 TEJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,650 mi
Last recorded35,650 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 TEJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 35,650 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 33,843 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 32,393 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2023 30,645 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 29,158 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 27,037 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 24,890 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 22,519 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 20,467 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just over 2mm (4.1.E.1)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 22 May 2017 17,985 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 15,812 miles

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGES

Pass 6 May 2015 13,102 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 12,807 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 12,012 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 11,668 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 11,186 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 10,470 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 9,517 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 8,476 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 7,311 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 5,807 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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K9 TEJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K9 TEJ, 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 K9 TEJ registered?

K9 TEJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is K9 TEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K9 TEJ shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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