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BW03 YEY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

155,977 mi
Last recorded155,977 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 YEY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 155,977 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 142,547 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 126,555 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 108,088 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 92,620 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 82,244 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 71,808 miles

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

engine management light on.

Pass 31 Jul 2009 60,429 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 50,406 miles

some travel on parking brake.

Pass 27 Jun 2008 50,219 miles

undersheilds fitted all under car

Fail 27 Jun 2008 50,219 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

undersheilds fitted all under car

Pass 6 Jun 2007 47,352 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 70,169 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 YEY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YEY, 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 YEY registered?

BW03 YEY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is BW03 YEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 YEY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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