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BD03 DVW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

142,900 mi
Last recorded142,900 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 142,900 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 137,351 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 132,022 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides adjacent to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Sep 2019 131,998 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides adjacent to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 125,185 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 120,300 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 113,145 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 113,145 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 108,164 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 101,226 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 101,226 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 93,062 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 87,640 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 80,981 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 75,045 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 68,613 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 62,063 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 55,587 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 51,296 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 46,866 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 DVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DVW, 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 BD03 DVW registered?

BD03 DVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is BD03 DVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 DVW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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