2003 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · BG03 YPV
2003 Mercedes-Benz C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 86,249 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jun 2023.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jun 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,249 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BG03 YPV Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/06/2022
- 86,249 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BG03 YPV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (BG03 YPV) between June 2022 and June 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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