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KU03 FSG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

298,418 mi
Last recorded298,418 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 FSG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 298,418 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2025 298,418 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2024 290,196 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFERENTIAL

Pass 3 Jun 2023 172,432 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFERENTIAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 262,258 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 158,472 miles

Nearside side repeater damaged

Offside mirror arm slightly loose

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 242,884 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 145,057 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 140,812 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 133,863 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 125,433 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 115,649 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 104,510 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 146,238 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2012 80,499 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 74,116 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2011 41,081 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2010 67,320 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 60,969 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 53,170 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2008 53,150 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2007 45,004 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 45,004 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)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2006 29,259 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 29,257 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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KU03 FSG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 KU03 FSG, 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 KU03 FSG registered?

KU03 FSG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is KU03 FSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 FSG shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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