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KS03 YCM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,947 mi
Last recorded59,947 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 YCM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2012 59,947 miles

PROMPT nearside handbrake

Pass 15 Mar 2011 55,302 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 50,868 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 45,881 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 45,872 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 40,775 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 40,767 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 33,771 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 27,860 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 YCM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YCM, 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 YCM?

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What year was KS03 YCM registered?

KS03 YCM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is KS03 YCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS03 YCM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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