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GU03 VEH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

130,185 mi
Last recorded130,185 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 VEH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 130,185 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 125,945 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 122,347 miles

Nearside Rear handbrake may be defective

Fail 15 Aug 2018 122,317 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear handbrake may be defective

Pass 13 Jul 2017 117,950 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BADLY WORN ON OUTSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2017 117,852 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BADLY WORN ON OUTSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 109,125 miles

Nearside front tyre has outer tread wear developing

both rear brake hoses perishing

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full vehicle inspection

Pass 30 Jun 2015 93,044 miles

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

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

metal brake pipes developing corrosion at extreme ends near flexi hoses

Pass 3 Jul 2014 79,801 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2013 69,085 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 7 Jun 2012 57,888 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 57,888 miles

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

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 53,414 miles

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

rear tyres wearing low

Fail 11 Aug 2011 53,414 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 6 Aug 2010 44,482 miles

Engine and gearbox encased in shields.

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

Rear subframe bushes slightly perished.

Rear subframe has surface corrosion.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 36,843 miles

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

Passengers side front tyre wearin on outer edge

Fail 10 Aug 2009 36,843 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Passengers side front tyre wearin on outer edge

Pass 11 Aug 2008 28,660 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 21,978 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 15,460 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)

Pass 12 Aug 2005 6,789 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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GU03 VEH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GU03 VEH, 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 GU03 VEH registered?

GU03 VEH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is GU03 VEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 VEH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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