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KG03 YPR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

140,054 mi
Last recorded140,054 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG03 YPR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 140,054 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake pipes greased

exhaust clamp deteriorated

Pass 22 May 2013 127,605 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 127,428 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Semaphore indicator switch faulty (1.4.C.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 113,209 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Apr 2012 113,209 miles

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2011 104,482 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 104,482 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 90,048 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 80,603 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2009 80,603 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 67,818 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 67,818 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 54,008 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 40,748 miles

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

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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KG03 YPR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KG03 YPR, 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 KG03 YPR registered?

KG03 YPR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is KG03 YPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG03 YPR shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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