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KX03 ZNS

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

142,531 mi
Last recorded142,531 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 ZNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2019 142,531 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 134,459 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 134,457 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 127,901 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 121,105 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 115,213 miles

Nearside Rear tyre close to the legal limit

Offside Front tyre warn outer edge

Rear anti roll bar slightly corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2015 115,211 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre close to the legal limit

Offside Front tyre warn outer edge

Rear anti roll bar slightly corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2015 115,130 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre close to the legal limit

Offside Front tyre warn outer edge

Rear anti roll bar slightly corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2014 106,390 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 101,311 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 89,464 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 75,115 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 63,731 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 63,731 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 56,148 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 55,962 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 42,901 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 42,900 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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KX03 ZNS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX03 ZNS, 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 KX03 ZNS?

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What year was KX03 ZNS registered?

KX03 ZNS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is KX03 ZNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX03 ZNS shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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