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KY03 SXH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,817 mi
Last recorded108,817 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2010
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2010 108,817 miles

Near side front tyre has small cut in tread to cords but not exposing cords

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Slight oil leak from gearbox

Fail 23 Apr 2010 108,817 miles

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

Near side front tyre has small cut in tread to cords but not exposing cords

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 30 Apr 2009 94,550 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 78,292 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 1 May 2007 60,840 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 45,122 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

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 SXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KY03 SXH, 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 SXH registered?

KY03 SXH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is KY03 SXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 SXH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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