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GL03 UTC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

92,435 mi
Last recorded92,435 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 UTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2024 92,435 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 92,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 89,279 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 89,266 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 87,797 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 87,795 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 85,688 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 83,514 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 80,935 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 78,089 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 78,089 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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 22 May 2014 75,226 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 72,441 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2012 69,145 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 65,726 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 65,726 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 May 2010 61,694 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 57,726 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 52,206 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 42,726 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2006 34,938 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 UTC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 UTC, 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 UTC registered?

GL03 UTC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is GL03 UTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 UTC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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