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BD03 DWJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

131,192 mi
Last recorded131,192 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 DWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2012 131,192 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2011 114,070 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 99,723 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 84,627 miles

both front brake discs worn-may be below service limits

offside rear tyre wearing low

screw in nearside rear tyre tread

Fail 5 Aug 2009 84,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front brake discs worn-may be below service limits

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

offside front tyre worn low on outer edge of tread and on limits

offside rear tyre wearing low

screw in nearside rear tyre tread

tracking may need adjustment

Pass 7 Aug 2008 75,744 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 65,010 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 65,010 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 54,560 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 DWJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DWJ, 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 BD03 DWJ registered?

BD03 DWJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is BD03 DWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 DWJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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