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GF03 VGU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,488 mi
Last recorded46,488 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2009
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 VGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2009 46,488 miles

covers front to rear under vehicle and sill covers fitted

front brake discs slightly worn

front number plate slightly insecure

nearside rear tyre getting low and starting to perish,offside rear tyre slightly damaged and starting to perish

rear brakes slightly out of balance and rear performance slightly low

Fail 27 Aug 2009 46,488 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

covers front to rear under vehicle and sill covers fitted

front brake discs slightly worn

front number plate slightly insecure

nearside rear tyre getting low and starting to perish,offside rear tyre slightly damaged and starting to perish

rear brakes slightly out of balance and rear performance slightly low

Pass 12 Jan 2009 43,562 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 37,294 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 27,193 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 VGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 VGU, 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 VGU?

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What year was GF03 VGU registered?

GF03 VGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is GF03 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF03 VGU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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