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BN03 XLV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

122,599 mi
Last recorded122,599 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 122,599 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 122,599 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 122,599 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 115,283 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 107,227 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 98,599 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 89,848 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 83,543 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 75,931 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2011 66,605 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 57,821 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 57,821 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 46,921 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 38,192 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 25,195 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 23,942 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 19,570 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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 XLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XLV, 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 XLV registered?

BN03 XLV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is BN03 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 XLV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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