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BL03 GVZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,947 mi
Last recorded117,947 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 GVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 117,947 miles

age related surface rust to underside of vehicle components

Fail 31 Jan 2020 117,947 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

age related surface rust to underside of vehicle components

Pass 31 Jan 2019 107,769 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 107,769 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 104,775 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear both sides (2.4.G.2)

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Fail 20 Mar 2018 104,775 miles

Fuel system component leaking engine bay (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper has sharp edge (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear both sides (2.4.G.2)

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2017 101,261 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 101,261 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 96,369 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 91,089 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2014 85,869 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 83,137 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 77,648 miles

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

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

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

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 77,648 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Feb 2012 71,335 miles

Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 71,335 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 62,092 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 52,427 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 52,427 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 43,519 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 43,519 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 34,807 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 26,700 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 26,700 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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BL03 GVZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 BL03 GVZ, 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 BL03 GVZ registered?

BL03 GVZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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