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KU03 XHB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,656 mi
Last recorded146,656 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 XHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 146,656 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Nov 2016 204,814 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 204,814 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 111,078 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 111,078 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 110,539 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 95,559 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 95,559 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 84,579 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 84,579 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 May 2011 72,895 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 67,102 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge tread not cut as deep

rear anti roll bar rubber bushes worn

Pass 29 Jun 2009 58,189 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 48,277 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 36,583 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 28,256 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 XHB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XHB, 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 XHB registered?

KU03 XHB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is KU03 XHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 XHB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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