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EG03 VHT

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

118,599 mi
Last recorded118,599 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG03 VHT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 118,599 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 117,051 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output [both side] (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play [lower of the two arms] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 115,086 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 114,376 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2022 110,598 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2021 103,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 97,788 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 96,674 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 96,540 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 96,069 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 95,557 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 93,413 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 93,140 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 92,791 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 86,491 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 79,633 miles

Offside 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)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 73,437 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 66,443 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 57,458 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 28 Jun 2007 45,559 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 45,559 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2006 32,432 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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EG03 VHT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 EG03 VHT, 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 EG03 VHT registered?

EG03 VHT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is EG03 VHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG03 VHT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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