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KV03 MXM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

179,657 mi
Last recorded179,657 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 MXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 179,657 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 166,404 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 154,604 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Jan 2015 141,468 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 141,468 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 128,429 miles

rear tyres getting low in centre and front tyres wear to edges

Pass 31 Jan 2013 117,624 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 106,286 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 96,211 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 90,870 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 87,864 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (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 disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 80,777 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 72,709 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 55,937 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 48,000 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 64,679 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 64,191 miles

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

front service brake discs show wear and are well lipped.

rear registration plate shows backing lift.

undershield fitted.

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 MXM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MXM, 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 MXM registered?

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

Is KV03 MXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 MXM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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