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BN03 XTE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,115 mi
Last recorded77,115 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 XTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 77,115 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2017 77,114 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Side repeater incorrect colour both rear (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 May 2016 77,054 miles

sw2itch end falls of if to much presure

Fail 28 Apr 2016 77,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

sw2itch end falls of if to much presure

Pass 14 Nov 2014 75,865 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 74,595 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 74,595 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 73,323 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 70,013 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 65,053 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

very slight leak from rear of auto box

Fail 30 Mar 2011 65,053 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

very slight leak from rear of auto box

Pass 10 Mar 2010 58,705 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 17 Mar 2009 50,884 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 45,685 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 38,352 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 33,812 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 XTE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XTE, 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 XTE?

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What year was BN03 XTE registered?

BN03 XTE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BN03 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 XTE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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