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BP03 TKY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,477 mi
Last recorded41,477 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 TKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 41,477 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2025 38,999 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2025 38,999 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 37,208 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 34,363 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 34,362 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 30,277 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 27,844 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 25,022 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 19,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 15,699 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 14,508 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 12,560 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 11,032 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 8,921 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 7,646 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 6,569 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 5,278 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 4,024 miles

nearside front bumper+wing damaged

Pass 16 Jun 2009 2,603 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 1,892 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 1,676 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 1,481 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 1,481 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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 TKY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TKY, 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 TKY registered?

BP03 TKY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is BP03 TKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 TKY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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