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BG03 XLF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

131,563 mi
Last recorded131,563 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 131,563 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 131,563 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 122,650 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 114,201 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 105,857 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

rear number plate wearing.

Pass 30 Apr 2009 98,391 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 91,485 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 77,356 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 63,142 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

near side front fog lamp damaged not working

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 XLF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XLF, 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 BG03 XLF registered?

BG03 XLF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is BG03 XLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 XLF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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