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RJ03 VEM

2003 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,350 mi
Last recorded72,350 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 20079,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ03 VEM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 72,350 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 69,563 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 69,542 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 69,525 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 69,502 miles

Front suspension low

Pass 4 Sep 2012 68,310 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 68,310 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 5 Sep 2011 64,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 64,787 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 59,966 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 59,914 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 57,698 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 55,982 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 55,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 53,097 miles

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

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

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

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

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

rear registration plate in poor condition

Pass 26 Apr 2006 37,887 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 200?

Based on 54,250 MOT tests across 7,909 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,159
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
7,909
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,684
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,763
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,405
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,209
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RJ03 VEM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 79,525 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,684 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ03 VEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ03 VEM registered?

RJ03 VEM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is RJ03 VEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ03 VEM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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