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KS03 KFN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

111,066 mi
Last recorded111,066 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 KFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2024 111,066 miles

Both front tyres wearing edges

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 105,502 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear suspension arm bushes perished

Pass 11 Jan 2022 101,943 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear anti roll bar mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside rear and offside rear perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2022 101,934 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure nearside rear tyre inner tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure offside rear tyre inner tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear anti roll bar mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside rear and offside rear perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 98,861 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside rear bulb (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside rear tyre tread area heavily perished/cracked. Cords not exposed

Offside rear tyre tread area heavily perished/cracked. Cords not exposed

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 94,783 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to all four tyre treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2019 94,721 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view offside door mirror glass (3.3 (b) (ii))

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to all four tyre treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 92,730 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 90,443 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 90,443 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 88,200 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 85,783 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 83,256 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 78,409 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 71,664 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 18 Jul 2012 71,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 65,729 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 60,094 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 10 Jul 2009 53,925 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 47,061 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 40,946 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 33,258 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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KS03 KFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KS03 KFN, 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 KS03 KFN registered?

KS03 KFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is KS03 KFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 KFN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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