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BW03 CSZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

90,752 mi
Last recorded90,752 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 CSZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 90,752 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2015 90,696 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 85,416 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 85,413 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 76,706 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 76,700 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2012 71,261 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2011 62,554 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 62,554 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 54,304 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 54,304 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 50,920 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 45,257 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 40,192 miles

Pads all round getting low

Fail 31 Aug 2007 40,192 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pads all round getting low

Pass 7 Aug 2006 32,722 miles

front discs asnd pads worn

n/s/front and n/s/rear tyres worn close to limits

o/s/door mirror damaged

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 CSZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 BW03 CSZ, 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

How do I check the history of BW03 CSZ?

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What year was BW03 CSZ registered?

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

Is BW03 CSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 CSZ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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