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BG52 FGD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

94,209 mi
Last recorded94,209 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 FGD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 94,209 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 88,955 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 88,289 miles

rear sub-frame and components showing corrosion

Pass 13 Jun 2019 87,790 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 87,790 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 87,198 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 87,198 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 86,347 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 84,278 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 80,896 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 74,458 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 74,458 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 67,373 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 64,709 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 62,436 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 45,555 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 43,069 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 28 Nov 2006 38,146 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 32,310 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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BG52 FGD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BG52 FGD, 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 BG52 FGD registered?

BG52 FGD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is BG52 FGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 FGD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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