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GU03 VSM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

123,827 mi
Last recorded123,827 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 VSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2017 123,827 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 111,338 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 100,605 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 100,605 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 90,765 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 82,705 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 75,089 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 66,529 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 59,664 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 53,396 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 49,085 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 42,669 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 33,362 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 33,362 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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 VSM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VSM, 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 VSM?

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What year was GU03 VSM registered?

GU03 VSM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is GU03 VSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 VSM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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