CarVerify

Free Car Check

KM03 XVD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

86,996 mi
Last recorded86,996 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM03 XVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 86,996 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2026 86,987 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 81,293 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2025 81,293 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 73,428 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 68,760 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 68,673 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 66,821 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 64,717 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 64,717 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 63,380 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 63,380 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 60,702 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 58,896 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 57,935 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 56,792 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 55,277 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 53,910 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 52,428 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 51,245 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 48,733 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 45,695 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 43,343 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 43,343 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 37,466 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 31,874 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KM03 XVD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XVD, 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

How do I check the history of KM03 XVD?

You can check the full history of KM03 XVD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KM03 XVD registered?

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

Is KM03 XVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 XVD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KM03 XVD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KM03 XVD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.