2003 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · BW03 VCY
2003 Mercedes-Benz C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/07/2003. Recorded mileage 85,449 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,449 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1796cc
BW03 VCY Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2025
- 85,449 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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BW03 VCY Mileage History
- 03/10/200626,624 mi
- 23/03/200727,409 mi+785 mi
- 11/03/200833,552 mi+6,143 mi
- 05/03/200938,326 mi+4,774 mi
- 03/03/201043,760 mi+5,434 mi
- 22/03/201148,511 mi+4,751 mi
- 06/03/201252,716 mi+4,205 mi
- 11/03/201356,677 mi+3,961 mi
- 26/02/201460,788 mi+4,111 mi
- 03/03/201564,587 mi+3,799 mi
- 09/03/201668,250 mi+3,663 mi
- 08/03/201771,503 mi+3,253 mi
- 14/03/201873,710 mi+2,207 mi
- 25/02/201976,575 mi+2,865 mi
- 13/03/202077,210 mi+635 mi
- 18/03/202180,089 mi+2,879 mi
- 15/03/202281,458 mi+1,369 mi
- 15/03/202281,463 mi+5 mi
- 17/03/202382,899 mi+1,436 mi
- 19/03/202481,486 mi-1,413 mi
- 20/03/202481,495 mi+9 mi
- 17/03/202585,447 mi+3,952 mi
- 17/03/202585,449 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 3,188 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
BW03 VCY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (BW03 VCY) between October 2006 and March 2025.
The record contains 20 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 17 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Steering (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1”; “Central Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g)”.
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