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KS03 OVV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

105,403 mi
Last recorded105,403 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 OVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 105,403 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Pass 30 Jun 2016 101,669 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Jun 2016 101,669 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jul 2015 97,179 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 91,994 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 91,993 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 87,969 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 87,968 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 83,297 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 79,302 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 75,514 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 71,202 miles

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

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

Offside front inner steering joint has slight play.

Fail 25 Jun 2009 71,202 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

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

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

Offside front inner steering joint has slight play.

Pass 17 Jun 2008 60,874 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 60,874 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 50,578 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 40,082 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 OVV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KS03 OVV, 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 KS03 OVV?

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What year was KS03 OVV registered?

KS03 OVV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 July 2003.

Is KS03 OVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 OVV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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