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GV03 ZTL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,849 mi
Last recorded142,849 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 ZTL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 142,849 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 134,564 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 130,344 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 126,038 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 122,043 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 117,039 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 111,770 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 107,982 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 103,203 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 103,203 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 88,400 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 88,400 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 1 May 2007 59,344 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 38,243 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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GV03 ZTL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel 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 GV03 ZTL, 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 ZTL registered?

GV03 ZTL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is GV03 ZTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV03 ZTL 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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