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BF03 ODY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

110,983 mi
Last recorded110,983 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 110,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

engine management warning light illuminated

Pass 23 Nov 2016 97,586 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 97,586 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 82,404 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 75,697 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 74,416 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 69,025 miles

nearside front wheel rubbing on platic trim.

Pass 26 Sep 2012 63,603 miles

offside front tyre wearing on edges.

srs warning light on.

Fail 26 Sep 2012 63,603 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

offside front tyre wearing on edges.

srs warning light on.

Pass 27 Jul 2011 57,995 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 16 Jun 2010 48,294 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 43,127 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 39,693 miles

nearside/offside front and rear tyres,tread wearing on outer edges.

Pass 2 May 2007 33,118 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 23,525 miles

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

Offside 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 ODY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ODY, 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 ODY registered?

BF03 ODY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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The MOT history for BF03 ODY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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