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E7 BNR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

222,269 mi
Last recorded222,269 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE7 BNR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 222,269 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 222,177 miles

Brake linkage excessively worn (1.1.15 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect and o/s/r (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2022 213,369 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 213,369 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect and o\s\f (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and o\s\f (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ansd inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working and o\s\f {motor] (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2021 204,998 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 204,998 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken and o/s/f (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect and o/s/f (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Hand operated control valve slightly damaged hand brake paddle (1.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and o/s/f (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 3 Apr 2017 190,231 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)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2016 169,809 miles

ADVISE COVERS UNDER BONNET UNDER CAR AND ON OUTER SILLS

ADVISE O/S/F SEATBELT BECOMING FRAYED

Fail 8 Apr 2016 169,808 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported MIDDLE BOX BRACKET SNAPPED (7.1.1)

ADVISE COVERS UNDER BONNET UNDER CAR AND ON OUTER SILLS

ADVISE O/S/F SEATBELT BECOMING FRAYED

Pass 8 Apr 2015 147,843 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust hanger missing exhaust still secure

Pass 11 Apr 2014 128,438 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 104,114 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 88,311 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 61,814 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 61,486 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 54,839 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 48,523 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)

slight play in rear suspension bushes

Pass 27 Apr 2007 40,558 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 32,785 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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E7 BNR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 E7 BNR, 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.

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What year was E7 BNR registered?

E7 BNR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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