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GL03 UKM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

146,976 mi
Last recorded146,976 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 UKM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 146,976 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 139,037 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 135,394 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 17 Oct 2017 135,394 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 128,704 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear shock weak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 121,729 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 115,736 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Aug 2013 108,310 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 98,960 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2011 88,087 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jul 2010 79,272 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Jul 2009 70,072 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jul 2008 62,470 miles

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

deep cut osf tyre inner shoulder area

Pass 20 Jul 2007 52,644 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 45,119 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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GL03 UKM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GL03 UKM, 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 GL03 UKM registered?

GL03 UKM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is GL03 UKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 UKM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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