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KY03 KZL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,273 mi
Last recorded107,273 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 KZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 107,273 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 98,496 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 91,063 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 83,887 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 76,126 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 76,126 miles

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 69,308 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 62,518 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 57,559 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 51,821 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 46,863 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 40,670 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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KY03 KZL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol 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 KY03 KZL, 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 KY03 KZL registered?

KY03 KZL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is KY03 KZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 KZL 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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