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KL03 DZR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

123,904 mi
Last recorded123,904 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL03 DZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 123,904 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 123,854 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 98,909 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2019 92,276 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 92,276 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 73,766 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 73,766 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick on metal (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 May 2017 58,358 miles

under shields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Apr 2016 40,647 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 39,876 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 38,850 miles

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

nearside front tca bush starting to split

Pass 8 Mar 2013 38,011 miles

nearside TCA bush starting to split

Fail 8 Mar 2013 38,010 miles

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

nearside TCA bush starting to split

Pass 30 Mar 2012 37,133 miles

near side rear tyre is cracking

Pass 28 Mar 2011 34,677 miles

n/s/f tyre is cracking & has side wall damage

Pass 29 Mar 2010 32,174 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 29,163 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 26,443 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 22,412 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 22,412 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 17,835 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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KL03 DZR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KL03 DZR, 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 KL03 DZR registered?

KL03 DZR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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The MOT history for KL03 DZR shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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