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KN03 USL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

125,450 mi
Last recorded125,450 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 USL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 125,450 miles

Slight binding o/s/r brake.

Fail 23 Mar 2018 125,449 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Slight binding o/s/r brake.

Pass 3 Mar 2017 100,651 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 100,616 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 93,744 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 93,744 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 87,095 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 82,479 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2014 82,478 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 77,424 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 71,882 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 65,361 miles

wipers poor +engine covers +under trays all fitted+rear brake pads low

Pass 24 Feb 2010 58,058 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 51,332 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 51,332 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 46,035 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 45,709 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 37,593 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 27,233 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 USL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KN03 USL, 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 KN03 USL registered?

KN03 USL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 April 2003.

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