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BG03 XZC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,393 mi
Last recorded97,393 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 XZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 97,393 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 85,018 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2015 85,016 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2014 77,914 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 70,740 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 60,786 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 51,526 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2011 51,526 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 43,357 miles

N/S FRONT TYRE BECOMING BOLD ON OUTER EDGE

Pass 15 May 2009 34,186 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 26,187 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 17,166 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 9,268 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 XZC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XZC, 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 XZC registered?

BG03 XZC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is BG03 XZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 XZC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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