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BC03 PGZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

202,042 mi
Last recorded202,042 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 PGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 202,042 miles

all rear suspension components corroded

both rear coil springs corroded

brake pipes corroded

covers & shields fitted

Fail 6 Dec 2017 202,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. spare wheel fitted (4.1.A.1a)

all rear suspension components corroded

both rear coil springs corroded

brake pipes corroded

covers & shields fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2016 119,805 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 115,455 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 114,585 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 114,575 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 112,924 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Aug 2013 112,924 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 110,574 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 107,614 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 90,252 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 86,739 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 71,564 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 58,761 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 44,140 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 PGZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PGZ, 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 PGZ registered?

BC03 PGZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 August 2003.

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