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BC03 GKP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

121,867 mi
Last recorded121,867 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 GKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 121,867 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 118,482 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 118,482 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 113,724 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 109,229 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 101,975 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 93,218 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 86,365 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 77,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 77,204 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 77,196 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

advise battery-alternator warning light on

advise front brake pads wearing low

advise front suspension arms-ball joint gaiters split

advise glow plug warning light on when cold

advise parking brake requires adjustment

Pass 30 Oct 2010 70,647 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 63,047 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 56,409 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 46,033 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 34,182 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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BC03 GKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BC03 GKP, 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 BC03 GKP registered?

BC03 GKP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 August 2003.

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The MOT history for BC03 GKP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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