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KV03 MVF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,808 mi
Last recorded97,808 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 MVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Feb 2012 97,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 97,808 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 85,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 85,464 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 75,405 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 75,401 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2009 63,988 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 63,971 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 55,901 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 39,977 miles

parking brake pedal anti slip missing

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 MVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KV03 MVF, 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 MVF?

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What year was KV03 MVF registered?

KV03 MVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is KV03 MVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 MVF shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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