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BK03 PCX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,933 mi
Last recorded101,933 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 PCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 101,933 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 93,309 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

exhaust centre box corroded and deteriorated

nearside front tyre feathering off on outer edge

Pass 3 Dec 2014 82,934 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 81,472 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 75,584 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 70,012 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 69,939 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 65,167 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 65,167 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 58,594 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 49,540 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 41,725 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 33,198 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 32,964 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 31,290 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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BK03 PCX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BK03 PCX, 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 BK03 PCX registered?

BK03 PCX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is BK03 PCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 PCX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK03 PCX have outstanding finance?

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