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KN03 VUF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

147,155 mi
Last recorded147,155 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2014 147,155 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 134,372 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Dec 2013 134,372 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 134,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 18 Dec 2012 118,362 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 118,362 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 107,708 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 106,853 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 91,718 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2010 91,718 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 76,386 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 63,731 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 48,192 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 48,192 miles

Nearside Front Lower Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 34,167 miles

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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KN03 VUF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VUF, 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 VUF registered?

KN03 VUF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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The MOT history for KN03 VUF shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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