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KC03 VTJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,412 mi
Last recorded104,412 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC03 VTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 104,412 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 99,573 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 95,662 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 89,938 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 89,938 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 83,459 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 77,260 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 71,896 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 67,663 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 62,110 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 57,824 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2009 57,824 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 52,298 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 48,640 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 34,598 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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KC03 VTJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KC03 VTJ, 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 KC03 VTJ registered?

KC03 VTJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is KC03 VTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC03 VTJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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