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KM03 NVU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

199,733 mi
Last recorded199,733 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 NVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2013 199,733 miles

some evidence of damage to nearside rear body work

Fail 7 Oct 2013 199,733 miles

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

some evidence of damage to nearside rear body work

Pass 10 Sep 2012 194,790 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 177,762 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 164,579 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 164,575 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 152,494 miles

nearside front jacking point pad missing

offside front tyre tread worn on the outer edge

offside side repeater lense damaged

Pass 1 Oct 2008 137,641 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 113,572 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 96,215 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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KM03 NVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NVU, 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 NVU registered?

KM03 NVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is KM03 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 NVU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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