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GU03 YZR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,411 mi
Last recorded100,411 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 YZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 100,411 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2016 91,629 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Indicator stalk loose

Fail 3 Jun 2015 83,491 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

indicator stalk loose

Pass 3 Jun 2015 83,491 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

indicator stalk loose

Pass 24 May 2014 72,457 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2013 68,577 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2012 62,426 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2011 58,163 miles

large sump & under body covers fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2010 54,227 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 46,573 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 38,450 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 38,419 miles

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

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

Front brake discs worn out

Pass 8 Mar 2007 23,997 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 17,049 miles

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 YZR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 YZR, 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 YZR registered?

GU03 YZR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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The MOT history for GU03 YZR 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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