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MW03 KFP

2003 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

133,391 mi
Last recorded133,391 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 32084,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 KFP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 133,391 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 125,870 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 125,866 miles

Central Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 119,610 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 119,610 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 114,842 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 105,818 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 105,818 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 100,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 93,233 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 87,984 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 87,984 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 84,184 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 80,914 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 76,420 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both sides front tyres low on edges

both sides rear tyres low

Pass 24 Apr 2012 72,348 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2011 66,539 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 60,473 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 54,510 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 48,801 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 42,466 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 36,378 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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MW03 KFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 84,117 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MW03 KFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MW03 KFP registered?

MW03 KFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 12 May 2003.

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