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GU03 VLN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,810 mi
Last recorded86,810 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 86,810 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2015 71,910 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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 7 Mar 2014 51,384 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 51,314 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 45,431 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 42,490 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 41,013 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 39,055 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 28,241 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 28,241 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 32,255 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 25,673 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 17,976 miles

rear tyres getting low

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 VLN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GU03 VLN, 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 VLN registered?

GU03 VLN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is GU03 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 VLN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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