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BD03 BUA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,406 mi
Last recorded84,406 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 BUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 84,406 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2015 84,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 79,699 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 73,853 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 66,635 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 60,199 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 54,609 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 46,844 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 38,502 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 30,673 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 21,901 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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BD03 BUA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BD03 BUA, 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

How do I check the history of BD03 BUA?

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What year was BD03 BUA registered?

BD03 BUA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is BD03 BUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 BUA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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