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KM03 NKR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

141,074 mi
Last recorded141,074 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 NKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 141,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes slightly corroded

front brake discs worn

n/s screen damaged

Fail 8 Jul 2013 141,004 miles

Offside 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)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes slightly corroded

front brake discs worn

n/s screen damaged

Pass 28 May 2012 131,320 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 127,540 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2010 123,033 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 123,033 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 116,262 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 116,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2008 103,572 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres on legal limit just

Pass 27 Jun 2008 103,572 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres on legal limit just

Pass 7 Feb 2007 87,144 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 70,960 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 70,960 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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 NKR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 KM03 NKR, 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 KM03 NKR registered?

KM03 NKR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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