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KT03 FYF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

91,926 mi
Last recorded91,926 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT03 FYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 91,926 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 91,925 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 89,377 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 89,377 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 88,261 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 88,261 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 84,474 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 84,474 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 80,990 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 80,990 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 77,392 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 73,827 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2013 67,989 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 56,725 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 51,586 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 45,169 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 45,169 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 37,664 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 33,129 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 28,728 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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KT03 FYF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KT03 FYF, 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 KT03 FYF registered?

KT03 FYF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is KT03 FYF safe to buy?

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