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BP03 WGJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

97,977 mi
Last recorded97,977 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 WGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 97,977 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2026 97,977 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 86,991 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Aug 2025 86,991 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 82,631 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 78,575 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 73,670 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 68,470 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 67,344 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 65,255 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 62,583 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 60,318 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 58,642 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 54,557 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 50,214 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 46,036 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 42,633 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 38,162 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 34,545 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 30,760 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 25,121 miles

Rear number plate is starting to delaminate.

Fail 25 Jun 2008 25,121 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear number plate is starting to delaminate.

Pass 25 Jun 2007 20,157 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 20,157 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 14,790 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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BP03 WGJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 WGJ, 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 WGJ registered?

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

Is BP03 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 WGJ shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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