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KP03 SXC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

96,439 mi
Last recorded96,439 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 SXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2015 96,439 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement near excessive (2.4.G.2)

all tyres on vehicle near legal limit and perished

underside of vehicle badly corroded / suspension bushes perishing

Pass 15 Jul 2014 91,450 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

underside corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2013 83,432 miles

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 82,125 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

marks on o/side rear tyre

Fail 19 Jul 2012 82,119 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

marks on o/side rear tyre

Fail 21 Jun 2012 81,917 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 69,699 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 58,154 miles

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

corrosion on rear brake hose ferrules

some areas of corrosion on vehicle

some deterioration on rear number plate

some/slight play/movement felt in front wheel bearings

Fail 31 Mar 2010 57,456 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

corrosion on rear brake hose ferrules

slight deterioration on rear number plate

some areas of corrosion on vehicle

some/slight play/movement felt in front wheel bearings

Pass 6 Apr 2009 45,964 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 45,964 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 31 Mar 2008 38,797 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 38,797 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 27,203 miles

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

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

advise nail in n/s rear tyre

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 SXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 SXC, 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 SXC registered?

KP03 SXC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is KP03 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP03 SXC 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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