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KV03 GAU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,149 mi
Last recorded96,149 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 GAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 96,149 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 96,149 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2025 87,025 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 79,000 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 67,231 miles
Fail 11 May 2023 67,230 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2022 59,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 51,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 43,926 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 37,856 miles

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

The engine & under body has covers fitted

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 22 May 2019 37,856 miles

Headlamp aim too high nearside & offside (4.1.2 (a))

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

The engine & under body has covers fitted

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 May 2018 33,408 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 29,501 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 23,440 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 20,700 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 19,736 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 18,516 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 18,516 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 16,841 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 14,778 miles

partial failer of strutur on ouyer edge side wall

Pass 27 Jan 2010 120,142 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 12,373 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 10,732 miles

front and rear number plate are delamertating

Pass 5 Feb 2007 9,257 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 GAU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 GAU, 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 KV03 GAU registered?

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

Is KV03 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 GAU 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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