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KS03 YBA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,896 mi
Last recorded84,896 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 84,896 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 80,687 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 75,824 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 75,647 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 70,678 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Aug 2014 70,571 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Oil leak

front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 15 Aug 2013 66,011 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 66,011 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 65,712 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 55,497 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 49,720 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 47,351 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 44,381 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 37,069 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 28,615 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 23,347 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 YBA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KS03 YBA, 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

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What year was KS03 YBA registered?

KS03 YBA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is KS03 YBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 YBA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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