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BP03 JRU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,841 mi
Last recorded125,841 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 JRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 125,841 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2016 125,841 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint REAR TRACK CONTROL ARM (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2015 118,946 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 109,237 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 109,237 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 92,234 miles

o/s/f tyre feathered on inner edge

Pass 10 Jan 2012 78,958 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 59,073 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 59,071 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 46,802 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 37,450 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 27,258 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 20,436 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 20,372 miles

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

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

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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BP03 JRU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BP03 JRU, 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 BP03 JRU registered?

BP03 JRU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is BP03 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 JRU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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