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BG03 HRW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

145,388 mi
Last recorded145,388 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 HRW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 145,388 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 128,067 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 128,067 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 122,681 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 122,679 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 118,051 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 111,942 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 105,827 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 99,541 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 99,541 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 91,333 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 91,333 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 89,647 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 87,357 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 59,886 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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BG03 HRW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BG03 HRW, 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 BG03 HRW registered?

BG03 HRW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BG03 HRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 HRW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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