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KV03 FHD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,384 mi
Last recorded50,384 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 FHD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 50,384 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all rear suspension components corroded

engine cover/undertrays

Pass 24 Dec 2024 46,269 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 44,717 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Cabin filter under bonnet loose.

Exhaust cat starting to split but not leaking on test.

Exhaust heavily corroded not leaking on test.

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake backing plate defective.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front track control arm front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front track control arm front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Corrosion evident on ALL rear suspension. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring components.

Fail 27 Feb 2024 44,717 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Cabin filter under bonnet loose.

Exhaust cat starting to split but not leaking on test.

Exhaust heavily corroded not leaking on test.

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake backing plate defective.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front track control arm front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front track control arm front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Corrosion evident on ALL rear suspension. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted obscuring components.

Pass 27 Jan 2023 42,765 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 42,765 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 42,617 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 42,617 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 39,360 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2021 39,360 miles

Offside Front Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 35,352 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 22 May 2018 30,712 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 30,040 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 29,618 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 29,165 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 28,709 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 28,134 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 27,673 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 26,476 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 25,307 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 23,914 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 22,560 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 20,109 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 17,301 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 FHD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FHD, 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.

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What year was KV03 FHD registered?

KV03 FHD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is KV03 FHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 FHD shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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