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KV03 NVK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,124 mi
Last recorded107,124 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 NVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 107,124 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 107,118 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2024 103,522 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 98,716 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 10 Sep 2022 93,604 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 90,187 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 87,982 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 86,512 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 30,456 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 30,451 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 76,122 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 76,122 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 63,732 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 56,402 miles

perishing / cracking in both rear tyres treads wearing low on edges STRONG ADVISE

Pass 17 Jul 2014 54,044 miles

perishing / cracking in both rear tyres treads wearing low on edges

Pass 1 Aug 2013 52,049 miles

perishing / slight cracking in both rear tyres

Pass 2 Aug 2012 49,619 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 47,646 miles

both rear tyres show perishing / slight cracking

Pass 23 Jun 2010 45,190 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 42,279 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 40,780 miles

both front tyres worn below 1.6mm on outer edges [ have stepdown treads ] monitor wear

Pass 12 Jul 2007 36,374 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 23,626 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 23,626 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 NVK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,597cc 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 NVK, 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 NVK registered?

KV03 NVK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is KV03 NVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 NVK 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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