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BF03 ECN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,651 mi
Last recorded159,651 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 ECN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2019 159,651 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 151,424 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 143,050 miles

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 215,170 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 121,358 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 120,958 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 118,840 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 116,105 miles

ESP warning sign flashing.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 111,328 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 106,463 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 100,746 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 95,552 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 85,777 miles

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

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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BF03 ECN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BF03 ECN, 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 BF03 ECN registered?

BF03 ECN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is BF03 ECN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 ECN shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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