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BW03 AVF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

133,828 mi
Last recorded133,828 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 AVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 133,828 miles

Front brake pads low

Front number plate cracked but not likely to be misread

Pass 10 Oct 2017 126,842 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 122,152 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 119,381 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 92,117 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 83,584 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 77,757 miles

near side front tyre wearing low on outter edge

Fail 13 Dec 2012 77,757 miles

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

near side front tyre wearing low on outter edge

Pass 11 Oct 2011 66,416 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 66,416 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 51,328 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 36,501 miles

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 36,501 miles

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 28,761 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 22,077 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 16,371 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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BW03 AVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BW03 AVF, 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 BW03 AVF registered?

BW03 AVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is BW03 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 AVF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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