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KAT 836Y

2003 Mercedes Unknown

Grey Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

607,840 mi
Last recorded607,840 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Unknown144,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAT 836Y
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 607,840 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective rear mounting worn ()

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front kingpin has play/lift

Pass 8 Oct 2024 602,076 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front slight play in kingpin

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 601,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 601,794 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Mercedes Unknown?

Based on 11,881 MOT tests across 4,378 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
3,416
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
4,378
On UK Roads
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KAT 836Y is a 2003 Mercedes Unknown in Grey with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 144,358 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mercedes Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KAT 836Y?

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What year was KAT 836Y registered?

KAT 836Y is a 2003 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is KAT 836Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAT 836Y shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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