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BN03 WCD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

109,768 mi
Last recorded109,768 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 WCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 109,768 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both mainline pipes to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)

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

front brake discs worn thin and lipped

oil leaks

Pass 9 Nov 2016 101,243 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 101,242 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp earth fault (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 92,756 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 89,181 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 85,675 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 81,442 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 76,714 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 71,102 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 71,087 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 65,868 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2009 60,140 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Mar 2009 60,140 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 51,982 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 44,495 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 35,276 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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BN03 WCD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BN03 WCD, 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 BN03 WCD registered?

BN03 WCD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is BN03 WCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 WCD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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