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BW03 EMF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,379 mi
Last recorded81,379 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 EMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 81,379 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 81,369 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 79,315 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 74,808 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 71,617 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 66,954 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 63,635 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 63,634 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 55,122 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 53,058 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 46,976 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 43,288 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 36,702 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 EMF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EMF, 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 EMF?

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What year was BW03 EMF registered?

BW03 EMF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 July 2003.

Is BW03 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 EMF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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