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BK03 OYB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,813 mi
Last recorded108,813 miles
Recorded on9 May 2011
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 OYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2011 108,813 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 108,473 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2010 98,432 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 80,570 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 64,120 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2007 49,500 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 49,470 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 37,703 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 37,703 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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BK03 OYB 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK03 OYB, 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

How do I check the history of BK03 OYB?

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What year was BK03 OYB registered?

BK03 OYB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is BK03 OYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 OYB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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