BD53 EXG

2003 MERCEDES — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MERCEDES
Year
2003
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLUE
Engine
2685 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 30 August 2017
Last recorded mileage
67,160 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 57/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2003 Mercedes has 14 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 67,160 miles. While mileage is consistent, the pattern of issues suggests significant wear and potential future costs.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 8,117 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, but shows a significant drop in annual usage between 2008 and 2011.

Things to check

  • Recurring tyre failures and advisories across 5 tests (Oct 2006, May 2015, Aug 2016, Dec 2017).
  • Recurring suspension arm failures and advisories across 2 tests (May 2010, Dec 2017).
  • Recurring headlamp failures and advisories across 2 tests (May 2010, Dec 2017).
  • Major failure for windscreen wiper in May 2010, indicating poor maintenance.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 4 historical failures
  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 8,117 miles/year, indicating regular use.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates strong safety features.

Mileage history

Oct 2006: 67,160 mi PASSMay 2007: 77,001 mi PASSMay 2008: 80,512 mi PASSApr 2009: 83,351 mi PASSMay 2010: 85,990 mi FAILMay 2010: 85,990 mi PASSMay 2011: 87,977 mi PASSApr 2013: 92,969 mi PASSApr 2014: 96,092 mi PASSMay 2015: 101,999 mi FAILMay 2015: 102,005 mi PASSAug 2016: 111,974 mi FAILAug 2016: 111,981 mi PASSDec 2017: 121,234 mi FAIL121k94k67kOct 2006Dec 2017

MOT test history — 10/14 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Oct 2006 PASS 67,160 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
May 2007 PASS 77,001 mi None recorded
May 2008 PASS 80,512 mi None recorded
Apr 2009 PASS 83,351 mi None recorded
May 2010 FAIL 85,990 mi
FAIL Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
FAIL Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
FAIL Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAIL Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
ADVISORY Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
USER ENTERED front number plate damaged (still able to read characters)
May 2010 PASS 85,990 mi
ADVISORY Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
USER ENTERED front number plate damaged (still able to read characters)
USER ENTERED both front caster arm ball joint boots split
May 2011 PASS 87,977 mi None recorded
Apr 2013 PASS 92,969 mi None recorded
Apr 2014 PASS 96,092 mi
ADVISORY Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
May 2015 FAIL 101,999 mi
FAIL Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
May 2015 PASS 102,005 mi None recorded
Aug 2016 FAIL 111,974 mi
FAIL Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm offside and nearside (4.1.E.1)
Aug 2016 PASS 111,981 mi None recorded
Dec 2017 FAIL 121,234 mi
FAIL Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
FAIL Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
FAIL Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
FAIL Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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