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BK03 TWX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,989 mi
Last recorded124,989 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 TWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2013 124,989 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 124,893 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 106,820 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 94,660 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 81,100 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 80,995 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 80,993 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

ENG COVERS==NSF INNER TCA BUSH SPLIT RECC REPLACE

FR DISCS WORN /PADS APPEAR LOW

Pass 20 Apr 2009 77,176 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 77,176 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 65,089 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 52,460 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 TWX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 TWX, 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 TWX registered?

BK03 TWX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is BK03 TWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 TWX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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