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KM03 ELU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

112,698 mi
Last recorded112,698 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 ELU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 112,698 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 102,101 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 100,680 miles

nearside front tyre has some sidewall damage

underside covers prevent full inspection of some compomnents

Pass 17 Oct 2015 100,002 miles

front registration is slightly insecure

Fail 17 Oct 2015 100,002 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front registration is slightly insecure

Pass 26 Jun 2014 99,195 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 89,165 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front tyre worn on both edges

Fail 11 Jun 2013 89,159 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front tyre worn on both edges

Pass 11 Jun 2012 80,083 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 71,188 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 8 Jun 2010 63,059 miles

Nearside front jacking point damaged

Pass 9 Jun 2009 55,532 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 46,666 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 46,656 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 40,860 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 33,710 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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KM03 ELU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KM03 ELU, 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 KM03 ELU registered?

KM03 ELU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is KM03 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 ELU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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