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GU03 CJJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,155 mi
Last recorded108,155 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 CJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 108,155 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 101,101 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 101,059 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 92,878 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 3 Sep 2015 85,598 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 77,516 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 77,516 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 70,110 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 61,026 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 58,501 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 58,501 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 52,997 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 52,997 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 51,228 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 51,227 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 46,699 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 46,697 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 40,976 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 33,913 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 25,232 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 25,233 miles

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

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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GU03 CJJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU03 CJJ, 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 GU03 CJJ?

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What year was GU03 CJJ registered?

GU03 CJJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is GU03 CJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 CJJ shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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