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KA03 DAR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

108,003 mi
Last recorded108,003 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA03 DAR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 108,003 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2025 104,565 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 101,055 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 99,245 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 97,458 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 95,095 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded offsideand nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 92,056 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 90,849 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 89,126 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 86,795 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 84,709 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 79,582 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 76,833 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 75,150 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 71,574 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 66,443 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 63,345 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 56,755 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 51,811 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 45,652 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 45,652 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 34,410 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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KA03 DAR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 KA03 DAR, 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 KA03 DAR registered?

KA03 DAR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is KA03 DAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA03 DAR shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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