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KW03 OPL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,968 mi
Last recorded108,968 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 OPL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 108,968 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))

general corrosion throughout

Fail 12 Oct 2021 108,965 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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))

general corrosion throughout

Pass 12 Oct 2020 101,372 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 94,290 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 88,243 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 81,022 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 78,872 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 70,744 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 65,548 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 65,548 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 60,720 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 54,607 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 47,887 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 47,887 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 43,003 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 37,399 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 31,644 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 31,644 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 24,936 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 18,817 miles

Offside Rear 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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KW03 OPL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KW03 OPL, 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 KW03 OPL registered?

KW03 OPL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is KW03 OPL safe to buy?

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