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CB03 MEB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

84,986 mi
Last recorded84,986 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCB03 MEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 84,986 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2025 84,981 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 82,641 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 80,229 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 76,713 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 74,445 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp cracked

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Nov 2020 72,617 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 71,467 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 70,551 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 68,789 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 66,390 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 62,207 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)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 59,944 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 55,694 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 50,340 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 44,315 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 40,182 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 35,518 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 28,552 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 22,788 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 20,117 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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CB03 MEB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 CB03 MEB, 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 CB03 MEB registered?

CB03 MEB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is CB03 MEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CB03 MEB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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