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KU03 XJE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

161,327 mi
Last recorded161,327 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 XJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 161,327 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides front (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 161,327 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides front (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 148,145 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2016 148,145 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 9 May 2015 131,671 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 120,815 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 120,814 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2013 110,430 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 110,430 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 May 2012 100,423 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2011 92,858 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 88,240 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 67,680 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 41,969 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 41,861 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 41,861 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 34,610 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 XJE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 XJE, 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 XJE registered?

KU03 XJE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is KU03 XJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 XJE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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