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KP03 OKG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

96,096 mi
Last recorded96,096 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 OKG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2013 96,096 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 89,587 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 89,587 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 81,380 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 81,380 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 73,860 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 72,235 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 71,540 miles

front brake discs worn and lipped

front tyres feathering on outer edges

inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle

parking brake travel excessive

rear brake application uneven

rear brake pads becoming low

Fail 19 Nov 2009 71,533 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front brake discs worn and lipped

front tyres feathering on outer edges

inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle

parking brake travel excessive

rear brake application uneven

rear brake pads becoming low

Fail 18 Nov 2008 69,102 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front disc lipped

dash board computer saying faulty lights

Pass 18 Nov 2008 69,102 miles

both front disc lipped

dash board computer saying faulty lights

Fail 30 Jul 2007 62,817 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 62,817 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 47,581 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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KP03 OKG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 KP03 OKG, 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 KP03 OKG registered?

KP03 OKG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is KP03 OKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP03 OKG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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