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BK03 RYC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,035 mi
Last recorded76,035 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 76,035 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 73,198 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 70,936 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 68,376 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 67,314 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 66,272 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 62,913 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 56,217 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 46,911 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 38,321 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 30,734 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 22,826 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 18,617 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 18,617 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 16,519 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 13,913 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 10,944 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 RYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RYC, 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 RYC registered?

BK03 RYC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BK03 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 RYC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK03 RYC have outstanding finance?

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