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KU03 FUG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

151,031 mi
Last recorded151,031 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 FUG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 151,031 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 148,301 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 142,359 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 137,102 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 135,485 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 131,348 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 125,358 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 105,286 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 105,286 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 87,072 miles

large covers fitted to top engine sump/centre and sides under vehicle

Fail 18 Mar 2008 87,072 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

large covers fitted to top engine sump/centre and sides under vehicle

Pass 5 Mar 2007 70,560 miles

large sump and gearbox cover fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2006 54,378 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 FUG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FUG, 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 FUG registered?

KU03 FUG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2003.

Is KU03 FUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 FUG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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