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KW03 YJE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

368,814 mi
Last recorded368,814 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 YJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 368,814 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear both tyres closem to legal limit

Pass 22 Jul 2015 332,266 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 332,266 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Jun 2014 177,029 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 177,029 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 172,146 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 172,146 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 165,488 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 148,813 miles

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)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 133,792 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 133,789 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 117,103 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 99,559 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 May 2007 77,695 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 59,511 miles

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

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 YJE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KW03 YJE, 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 KW03 YJE?

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What year was KW03 YJE registered?

KW03 YJE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is KW03 YJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW03 YJE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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