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KR03 DCZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,965 mi
Last recorded73,965 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR03 DCZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 73,965 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2015 73,965 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 69,476 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 69,476 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 64,440 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 59,619 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 54,391 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 49,876 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 40,561 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 34,452 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 28,036 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 22,498 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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KR03 DCZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 KR03 DCZ, 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 KR03 DCZ registered?

KR03 DCZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is KR03 DCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR03 DCZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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