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GU03 VHZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

166,858 mi
Last recorded166,858 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 VHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 166,858 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 164,486 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 162,731 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 161,365 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 159,966 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 144,933 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 144,933 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 128,985 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 116,972 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 100,450 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 83,534 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 69,386 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 62,390 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 54,450 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 48,108 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 48,107 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2006 34,900 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 VHZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VHZ, 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 GU03 VHZ registered?

GU03 VHZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is GU03 VHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 VHZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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