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GV03 YSM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,737 mi
Last recorded36,737 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 YSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2015 36,737 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust mount broken buy still supported at time of test

front tyres perishing

offside rear tyre has small cuts but does not expose cord

Pass 1 Jul 2014 34,965 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2013 33,819 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 31,782 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 27,849 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 23,467 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 20,556 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 16,020 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 12,172 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 9,520 miles

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

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

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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GV03 YSM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GV03 YSM, 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 GV03 YSM registered?

GV03 YSM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is GV03 YSM safe to buy?

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