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BG03 XLY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,714 mi
Last recorded165,714 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 XLY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 165,714 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine covers fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 18 Oct 2016 165,434 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2015 150,797 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 134,940 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 123,252 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 123,252 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 117,318 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 115,111 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 104,538 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 88,972 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 75,861 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 62,597 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)

rear number plate

Fail 16 Mar 2007 49,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 49,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 32,611 miles

o/s/front tyre scrubbing both edges

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 XLY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XLY, 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 XLY registered?

BG03 XLY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is BG03 XLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 XLY shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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