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JIB 825

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,983 mi
Last recorded52,983 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIB 825
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 52,983 miles

Central Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 46,679 miles

Central Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 46,657 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 41,798 miles

Central Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing

Fail 17 Nov 2023 41,798 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 31,328 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 23,138 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 19,438 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 19,141 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 18,796 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 18,412 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 18,101 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 17,764 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 17,238 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 16,466 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 15,292 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 14,390 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 13,808 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 12,714 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 11,229 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 9,476 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 8,012 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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JIB 825 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 JIB 825, 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 JIB 825?

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What year was JIB 825 registered?

JIB 825 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is JIB 825 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIB 825 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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