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GP03 LRL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

136,788 mi
Last recorded136,788 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 LRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Jul 2020 136,788 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Road wheel fixing missing One from each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both front suspension lower front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Both rear lower stub axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside front tyre void of tread on inner edge close to exposing cords

Pass 7 Nov 2018 110,716 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 101,846 miles

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)

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2016 93,137 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2015 87,934 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 81,116 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2013 75,144 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 70,116 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 62,557 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 57,049 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 51,374 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 44,783 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 43,923 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 38,425 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Dec 2006 38,425 miles

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

all rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 13 Jun 2006 31,770 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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GP03 LRL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GP03 LRL, 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

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What year was GP03 LRL registered?

GP03 LRL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is GP03 LRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP03 LRL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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