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BD03 OXP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

111,014 mi
Last recorded111,014 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 OXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 111,014 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 106,942 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 102,248 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 96,992 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 91,547 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 87,085 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases just after centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 90,857 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 77,862 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 73,129 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 68,287 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Apr 2016 63,843 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 59,580 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2015 59,479 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 54,539 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 49,947 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 45,227 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 45,141 miles

Nearside coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2011 39,679 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 35,031 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 30,063 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 24,991 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 24,861 miles

Brake warning device not working correctly (3.3.D.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 19,041 miles

n/s/f rear ball joint boot split

Pass 19 Apr 2006 13,415 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 OXP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OXP, 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 OXP?

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What year was BD03 OXP registered?

BD03 OXP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is BD03 OXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 OXP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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