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GM03 JHU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

126,294 mi
Last recorded126,294 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 JHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 126,294 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

under trays fitted covering some steering and suspension parts.

Pass 26 Oct 2016 118,780 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2015 111,836 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2014 105,714 miles

Both rear tyre tread depths worn close to legal limit

Nearside front tyre worn on outter edge

Offside front shock absorber damp

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Fail 23 Oct 2014 105,610 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

rear exhaust hanger missing [broken]

Pass 28 Oct 2013 98,568 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 91,986 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 85,165 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 77,521 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 74,433 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges.

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 18 May 2009 65,261 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 56,063 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 43,014 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 36,659 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 32,992 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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GM03 JHU 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 GM03 JHU, 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 GM03 JHU registered?

GM03 JHU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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