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GF03 GME

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2016
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

221,197 mi
Last recorded221,197 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 GME
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 221,197 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 216,503 miles

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

glow plug light on dash

park brake pedal tied up with string but still working

rear anti-roll bar has slight play in o/s and n/s bush

Pass 22 Aug 2013 204,773 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

indicator stalk not hold when operating right indicator

o/s/r shock absorber has little or no effect

Fail 22 Aug 2013 204,773 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

indicator stalk not hold when operating right indicator

o/s/r shock absorber has little or no effect

Pass 21 Aug 2012 192,308 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 192,308 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 179,467 miles

osf anti roll bar link ball joint gaiter spilt

Pass 24 Aug 2010 165,859 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 150,022 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 14,131 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 May 2008 14,131 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 131,197 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 113,507 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 99,131 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 99,131 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Pass 23 May 2006 89,709 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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GF03 GME is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 GF03 GME, 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 GF03 GME registered?

GF03 GME is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is GF03 GME safe to buy?

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