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KV03 FGJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

133,902 mi
Last recorded133,902 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 FGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 133,902 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 132,189 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 130,401 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 130,401 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 126,905 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 123,750 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2022 123,750 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

centre exhaust clamp badly corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2021 119,530 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside rear wheel arch corroded

offside rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2020 118,216 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 114,250 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 109,075 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 103,194 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 97,085 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 91,525 miles

n/s/front anti-roll bar link gaiter deteriorating

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 25 Mar 2014 85,010 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 78,520 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 3 Apr 2012 71,677 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 65,861 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 58,789 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 52,219 miles

parking brake draging

Pass 4 Apr 2008 45,138 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 37,367 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 30,185 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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KV03 FGJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 KV03 FGJ, 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 KV03 FGJ?

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What year was KV03 FGJ registered?

KV03 FGJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is KV03 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 FGJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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