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ET03 JZJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,475 mi
Last recorded130,475 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 JZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 130,475 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 130,475 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 128,389 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 124,890 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 122,151 miles

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

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

advises nearside wishbone lower has slight play

Pass 30 Jul 2013 119,100 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2013 119,100 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 116,285 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 110,295 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 105,368 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 105,368 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 98,063 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 71,959 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 71,902 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 45,268 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 30,680 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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ET03 JZJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 ET03 JZJ, 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 ET03 JZJ registered?

ET03 JZJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is ET03 JZJ safe to buy?

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