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KR03 LDZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

211,048 mi
Last recorded211,048 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR03 LDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 211,048 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 211,046 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 198,785 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 176,134 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 176,134 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2012 155,056 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 136,158 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nsf caster control arm ball joint boot split

Pass 5 Jun 2010 120,481 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

n/s and o/s/f suspension arms 2 on each side bushes splitting

rear tyres low

slight play in o/s/f anti roll bar link

Fail 24 Jun 2009 108,848 miles

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 108,848 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 95,420 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

under tray fitted [obsecure view]

Fail 17 Jul 2008 95,361 miles

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

under tray fitted [obsecure view]

Pass 13 Jul 2007 75,310 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 55,951 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 LDZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KR03 LDZ, 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 LDZ registered?

KR03 LDZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is KR03 LDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR03 LDZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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