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BG03 XLT

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,318 mi
Last recorded92,318 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 XLT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 92,318 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2025 92,261 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp offside rear fog lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 76,478 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

The car was heavily undersealed, which prevented me from conducting a full inspection.

Pass 13 Oct 2023 76,048 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 76,025 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 72,824 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 72,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 61,901 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2015 61,883 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 61,494 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 60,900 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 60,547 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 60,547 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 23 May 2011 58,554 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 56,577 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 54,378 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 50,041 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 50,041 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 May 2007 43,211 miles

UNABLE TO SEE FULL CONDITION OF BRAKE & FUEL PIPES OWING TO COVERS FITTED TO UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE

Pass 24 May 2006 32,306 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 XLT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XLT, 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 XLT registered?

BG03 XLT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BG03 XLT safe to buy?

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