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KP03 TWZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

185,409 mi
Last recorded185,409 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 TWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 185,409 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 183,393 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 181,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Apr 2020 181,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 176,622 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 171,151 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 165,520 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 161,987 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 151,277 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 132,960 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 117,504 miles

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

crack in windscreen

Fail 31 Jan 2013 117,481 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

crack in windscreen

Pass 19 Jan 2012 101,727 miles

small crack in windscreen

Pass 18 Jan 2011 85,367 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 73,790 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 65,396 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 49,186 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 40,638 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 TWZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KP03 TWZ, 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

How do I check the history of KP03 TWZ?

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What year was KP03 TWZ registered?

KP03 TWZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 April 2003.

Is KP03 TWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP03 TWZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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