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SM03 ALF

2022 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,353 mi
Last recorded63,353 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 ALF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2022
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 63,353 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 81,592 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 47,698 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 74,484 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 74,484 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 66,486 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 59,882 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 58,079 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 52,391 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 52,364 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Sep 2018 38,220 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 32,173 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 26,404 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 26,404 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 24 Sep 2015 23,080 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 23,080 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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SM03 ALF is a 2022 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM03 ALF, 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 4 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM03 ALF?

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What year was SM03 ALF registered?

SM03 ALF is a 2022 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 January 2022.

Is SM03 ALF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 ALF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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