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BN03 XTC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

76,394 mi
Last recorded76,394 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 XTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 76,394 miles

Both front tyres deteriorated!

Fail 15 May 2019 76,394 miles

Both front tyres deteriorated!

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 May 2018 73,646 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 73,644 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2017 71,646 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 68,013 miles

OS front lower ball joint has some slight free play

Fail 11 Feb 2015 63,599 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 63,599 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 58,731 miles

both front tyres are worn on edges

Fail 13 Feb 2014 58,731 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

both front tyres are worn on edges

Pass 7 Feb 2013 14,602 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 40,005 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 35,197 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 26,102 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 30,120 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 25,112 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 20,519 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 16,117 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 XTC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XTC, 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

How do I check the history of BN03 XTC?

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What year was BN03 XTC registered?

BN03 XTC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is BN03 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 XTC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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