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GD03 BRZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

195,319 mi
Last recorded195,319 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 BRZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 195,319 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 182,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2017 182,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 May 2016 173,105 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

Fail 9 May 2016 173,105 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

Pass 12 May 2015 269,200 miles

All shock absorbers seem weak, Not leaking

Fail 11 May 2015 269,198 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

All shock absorbers seem weak, Not leaking

Pass 25 Feb 2014 161,496 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Feb 2014 161,496 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Feb 2013 155,216 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2012 12,872 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 125,530 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 125,509 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 115,110 miles

both outer sills not fully checked due to sill trims

under side of vehicle not fully checked due to covers thougth out

Pass 22 Apr 2009 109,943 miles

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

full length under body shields fitted restricted view of various components

Fail 21 Apr 2009 109,943 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

full length under body shields fitted restricted view of various components

Pass 15 Apr 2008 96,005 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 79,103 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 61,498 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edges.

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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GD03 BRZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GD03 BRZ, 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 GD03 BRZ registered?

GD03 BRZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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