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KM03 YBN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

177,860 mi
Last recorded177,860 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 177,860 miles

glow plug light on.

x2 rear tyres, inners very worn

Fail 11 Jun 2018 177,860 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer corroded and leaking (6.1.2 (a))

glow plug light on.

x2 rear tyres, inners very worn

Pass 17 Jun 2017 164,452 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jun 2017 164,441 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 162,142 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 155,013 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 149,806 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 141,017 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 141,017 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 132,797 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 126,817 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 126,817 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2010 118,144 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 118,144 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2009 109,947 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 109,947 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 May 2008 103,260 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 103,260 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 96,323 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 96,323 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 72,463 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 YBN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 YBN, 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 YBN?

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What year was KM03 YBN registered?

KM03 YBN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is KM03 YBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM03 YBN shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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