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KV03 UPB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

158,379 mi
Last recorded158,379 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 UPB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 158,379 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f / ns/r (4.1.E.1)

oil leak near turbo

Pass 16 Apr 2015 151,897 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre getting low 2/3mm

Pass 2 Apr 2014 144,754 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers weak

offside front coil spring corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2013 139,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front and nearside rear tyres close to limits

Pass 9 Mar 2012 129,835 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 122,237 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

trims fitted to the inner wheel arces, outer sills and covering the floorpan unable to fully inspect the prescribed areas

Pass 26 Nov 2009 89,788 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 85,119 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Fail 29 Jun 2009 85,119 miles

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

Brake pad warning light on

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 70,546 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 57,739 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 38,026 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 UPB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 UPB, 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 UPB registered?

KV03 UPB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is KV03 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 UPB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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