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S803 OBD

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,740 mi
Last recorded150,740 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS803 OBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2013 150,740 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 24 Jan 2013 150,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 143,614 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 136,428 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 136,423 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 129,891 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 123,633 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 118,327 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

co and lambda readings just met . readings high

Pass 2 Feb 2007 112,742 miles

CO level at fast idle high.

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 104,551 miles

All tyres worn on inner edges.

Please ensure that vehicle presented for test is in a clean condition (particularly underside) as a refusal to test may be issued,

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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S803 OBD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 103,759 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 S803 OBD, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S803 OBD registered?

S803 OBD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 February 1999.

Is S803 OBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S803 OBD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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