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GD03 JUU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

181,290 mi
Last recorded181,290 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 JUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 181,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 179,007 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 171,984 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 171,984 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 167,013 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 167,013 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 154,652 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 154,649 miles

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

Offside Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 127,278 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 127,278 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 127,243 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position N/S CATCH NOT WORKING (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded NEAR FLEXI HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL - LEAKING ONTO EXHAUST AND SMOKING (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 124,896 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 120,454 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 117,160 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 17 Feb 2017 114,696 miles

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

covers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

front brake application slightly uneven

parking brake effort lower on nearside

Pass 23 Feb 2016 107,072 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2015 102,389 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 95,806 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 95,806 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 91,644 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 83,067 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 73,093 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 62,002 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 51,666 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 39,824 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2008 39,823 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 28,942 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 30 Jun 2006 20,698 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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GD03 JUU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 GD03 JUU, 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 GD03 JUU registered?

GD03 JUU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is GD03 JUU safe to buy?

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