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KU03 XGY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

210,016 mi
Last recorded210,016 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 XGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2024 210,016 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 199,875 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 191,309 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 181,975 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 178,865 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 168,412 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 157,643 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 Mar 2017 148,066 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2017 148,066 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 139,255 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 129,940 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 120,842 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 111,855 miles

both rear tyres nearing legal limit

Fail 1 Mar 2013 111,855 miles

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

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

Nearside Front 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 28 Feb 2012 101,158 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 90,785 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 90,785 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 80,304 miles

Both front and offside rear tyre treads worn on edges.

Both front thrust arm bushes starting to split.

Pass 17 Mar 2009 69,995 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 63,387 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 57,418 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 52,001 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 XGY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 XGY, 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 KU03 XGY?

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What year was KU03 XGY registered?

KU03 XGY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is KU03 XGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 XGY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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