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GY03 FBG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

166,133 mi
Last recorded166,133 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY03 FBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2018 166,133 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Oct 2017 157,809 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 147,888 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2016 147,888 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 137,034 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2015 137,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 126,822 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 119,336 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 112,997 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 99,162 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 99,162 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 79,678 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 67,968 miles

offisde front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 13 Oct 2009 67,606 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

offisde front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2008 46,122 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2007 40,067 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 34,405 miles

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)

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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GY03 FBG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GY03 FBG, 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 GY03 FBG registered?

GY03 FBG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2003.

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The MOT history for GY03 FBG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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