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BK03 OZA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

135,960 mi
Last recorded135,960 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 OZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2011 135,960 miles

both front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 11 Aug 2011 135,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both front brake discs slightly worn

both front tyres slightly low on edge tread

Pass 17 Aug 2010 114,625 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 14 Aug 2010 114,464 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 94,962 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 94,932 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 78,221 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 76,588 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 64,263 miles

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

seperation on rear no.plate

Pass 29 Mar 2007 64,263 miles

seperation on rear no.plate

Pass 31 Mar 2006 48,659 miles

n/s/f eheel rim (outer edge) slightly damaged.

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 OZA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 OZA, 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 BK03 OZA registered?

BK03 OZA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is BK03 OZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 OZA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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