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BW03 XTG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

66,697 mi
Last recorded66,697 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 66,697 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 66,428 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 66,072 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 65,817 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 65,817 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 65,354 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 64,806 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 Jul 2016 64,806 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 64,155 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 63,502 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 62,539 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 61,387 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 61,387 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 60,311 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 59,282 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 57,975 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 56,854 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 54,757 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 53,613 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 44,904 miles

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

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 XTG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 XTG, 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 XTG registered?

BW03 XTG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is BW03 XTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 XTG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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