CarVerify

Free Car Check

KS03 OVX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

117,501 mi
Last recorded117,501 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 OVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 117,501 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear subframe rusty

engine covers and under trays fitted

underside of vehicle rusty

Pass 5 Oct 2022 112,129 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive two areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside mirror deteriorated

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside (1.1.11 (c))

both rear lower suspension arms slightly corroded

rear sub frame slightly corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2022 111,788 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (at rear of sill area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive two areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside mirror deteriorated

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside (1.1.11 (c))

both rear lower suspension arms slightly corroded

rear sub frame slightly corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2021 107,413 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 103,990 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

anti roll bar corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2019 94,979 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

covers fitted restricting inspection of vehicle

Pass 2 Oct 2018 91,228 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 85,502 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm of tread pattern (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r tyre cracking on inner side wall

Pass 11 Oct 2016 81,512 miles

Rear seat belts not checked

Underside corrosion on various components

Pass 29 Sep 2015 78,101 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 74,435 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 69,608 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 10 Oct 2012 63,948 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 61,683 miles

exhaust clamp broken

Pass 25 Jul 2011 55,896 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 55,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 49,540 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 43,376 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 43,376 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 37,140 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 28,712 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 16,639 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KS03 OVX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 OVX, 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 OVX?

You can check the full history of KS03 OVX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KS03 OVX registered?

KS03 OVX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is KS03 OVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 OVX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS03 OVX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KS03 OVX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.