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C2 OBW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,260 mi
Last recorded94,260 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC2 OBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2014 94,260 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2014 91,479 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 88,680 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2012 88,680 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 86,482 miles

center exhaust clamp breaking away

Fail 5 Jan 2012 86,482 miles

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

center exhaust clamp breaking away

Pass 5 Jan 2011 82,707 miles

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)

long parking brake pedal travel

Pass 11 Jan 2010 78,982 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 74,674 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 69,529 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 69,528 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 May 2006 60,633 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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C2 OBW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C2 OBW, 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 C2 OBW registered?

C2 OBW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is C2 OBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C2 OBW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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