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BB03 BAM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,651 mi
Last recorded50,651 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB03 BAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 50,651 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 50,141 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 49,236 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 47,918 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 47,596 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 46,720 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 46,151 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 44,895 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 43,615 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 42,693 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 42,027 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 40,765 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 39,311 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 38,631 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 37,290 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 35,703 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 34,573 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 31,636 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 29,466 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 26,783 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 21,817 miles

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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BB03 BAM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BB03 BAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BB03 BAM registered?

BB03 BAM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is BB03 BAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB03 BAM shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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