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KR03 UYF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

153,009 mi
Last recorded153,009 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR03 UYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 153,009 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 151,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 151,287 miles

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 136,481 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 136,440 miles

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

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2013 134,560 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 128,923 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 122,331 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 116,789 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 101,989 miles

front brake discs showing signs of advanced wear

there is a strong smell of diesel from engine area,have spotted no leaks,but recommend close inspection

Fail 26 Nov 2009 101,858 miles

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

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

front brake discs showing signs of advanced wear

there is a strong smell of diesel from engine area,have spotted no leaks,but recommend close inspection

Fail 8 Oct 2008 82,184 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake lever pawl spring does not push the pawl positively into the ratchet teeth (3.1.5)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 82,184 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 65,445 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 54,145 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 UYF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 UYF, 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 UYF registered?

KR03 UYF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 June 2003.

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