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KN03 PHZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

154,397 mi
Last recorded154,397 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 PHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 154,397 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside front (1.7.5a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside front (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside rear (4.1.E.1)

brake pipes oxidising

Fail 23 Mar 2018 154,397 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside front (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside front (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside rear (4.1.E.1)

brake pipes oxidising

Pass 3 Mar 2017 149,076 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated & Offside (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 139,578 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 129,188 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 117,915 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 105,344 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 94,644 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 94,642 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 81,487 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 69,592 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 59,356 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 2 Mar 2009 59,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

park brake audible ratcheting not working

Pass 19 Mar 2008 50,199 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 42,695 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 34,542 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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KN03 PHZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KN03 PHZ, 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 KN03 PHZ registered?

KN03 PHZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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