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KU03 FSX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

147,912 mi
Last recorded147,912 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 FSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 147,912 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 147,674 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 145,704 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play 2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded suspension rear subframe and underbody corrosion ()

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2021 145,704 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play 2 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded suspension rear subframe and underbody corrosion ()

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm steel wheel (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 144,445 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2020 144,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2019 140,176 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2019 140,127 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 126,592 miles

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

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

Fail 14 May 2018 126,592 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault Re-set (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 26 May 2017 123,012 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 123,012 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated topped up (3.6.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 119,230 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 113,011 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 113,011 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 104,936 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 92,477 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 80,492 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 15 Dec 2010 69,960 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 69,960 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Dec 2009 58,741 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 48,786 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 19,767 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 38,248 miles

unable to carry out full inspection of brake pipes due to plastic covers

Fail 25 Jan 2008 38,248 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

unable to carry out full inspection of brake pipes due to plastic covers

Pass 15 Feb 2007 28,847 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 28,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 20,764 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 FSX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 KU03 FSX, 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 KU03 FSX registered?

KU03 FSX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2003.

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