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GF03 OBZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,741 mi
Last recorded72,741 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 OBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2014 72,741 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 68,200 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011
Pass 27 Sep 2010
Pass 22 Jul 2009
Fail 22 Jul 2009

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2008

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Aug 2007 64,027 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 63,998 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 May 2006 50,455 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 OBZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OBZ, 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

How do I check the history of GF03 OBZ?

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What year was GF03 OBZ registered?

GF03 OBZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is GF03 OBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF03 OBZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF03 OBZ have outstanding finance?

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