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CT03 VJZ

2003 Mercedes-benz 320

Black Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,343 mi
Last recorded167,343 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 32084,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT03 VJZ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2021 167,343 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS AND OS SUSPENSION TURRETS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 167,343 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS AND OS SUSPENSION TURRETS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 162,389 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 162,340 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 151,306 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 142,631 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint arm (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 132,098 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 119,171 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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CT03 VJZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 320 in Black with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 84,117 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CT03 VJZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CT03 VJZ registered?

CT03 VJZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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