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BP03 SVW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,366 mi
Last recorded48,366 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 SVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 48,366 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 47,801 miles

All four tyres deteriorated.

Fail 3 Jul 2019 47,801 miles

All four tyres deteriorated.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 46,366 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 45,286 miles

Offside Front wheel rim damaged

under body covers fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2016 43,027 miles

Offside Front wheel rim damaged

mot test carried in wet conditions

under body covers fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2015 41,748 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 40,281 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2013 38,834 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 25 Jun 2012 37,556 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 35,916 miles

under body covers & plastic outer sill covers

Fail 8 Jun 2010 33,263 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 33,263 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 29,664 miles

N/S/R TYRE WEARING ON EDGE

Pass 12 Jun 2008 25,993 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 21,480 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 17,590 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 SVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BP03 SVW, 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 SVW registered?

BP03 SVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is BP03 SVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 SVW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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