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AC03 BFU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,859 mi
Last recorded82,859 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 BFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 82,859 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 82,826 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 67,756 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 25 Nov 2020 67,540 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 67,540 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 66,319 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror faded (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 66,318 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror faded (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 65,345 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 64,775 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 63,908 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 63,151 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 62,432 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 59,420 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 56,063 miles

nearside handbrake weaker effort

Pass 14 Jul 2010 48,151 miles

full under tray fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 16 Jun 2009 42,872 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 37,263 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 26,152 miles

front brake pads getting low

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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AC03 BFU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AC03 BFU, 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.

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What year was AC03 BFU registered?

AC03 BFU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is AC03 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 BFU shows 18 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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