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BF03 ZNB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

75,910 mi
Last recorded75,910 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 ZNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 75,910 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 74,652 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 74,620 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 74,158 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 73,659 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 73,055 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 72,337 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 71,077 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2017 69,879 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 67,558 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 67,558 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 63,740 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 59,456 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 56,156 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 51,520 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 44,752 miles

NSF 3.5 mm / OSF 4 mm / NSR 1.6 mm / OSR 3 mm

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 37,947 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 31,207 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 26,414 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 21,143 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 21,143 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 13,716 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 13,716 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 ZNB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 ZNB, 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 ZNB registered?

BF03 ZNB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is BF03 ZNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 ZNB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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