BG03 YNK

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
PETROL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1397 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 30 June 2015
Last recorded mileage
23,784 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 62/100

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 12 MOT tests on record with a 67% pass rate and 23,784 miles. While mileage is low, the vehicle's age and past failures warrant significant caution.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 7,047 miles/year, with a notable 2009 service gap and a 2010-2011 period of high usage (15,932 miles in 15 months).

Things to check

  • Recurring brake advisories across 14 tests (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014) indicate a systemic issue.
  • Major failure for Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2010-02-18) and Offside Rear Radius arm excessive play (2013-04-2013) point to suspension neglect.
  • A 2009 service gap (no MOT recorded) suggests potential periods of disuse or neglect.
  • The vehicle is currently Untaxed and Not valid for MOT, requiring immediate re-registration and inspection.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 4 historical failures
  • Consistent, low annual mileage (7,047 miles/year) suggests light use and less wear.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering in the provided MOT history.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a strong safety record for its era.

Mileage history

May 2006: 23,784 mi PASSJun 2007: 26,738 mi PASSAug 2008: 33,528 mi PASSFeb 2010: 50,069 mi FAILFeb 2010: 50,147 mi PASSApr 2011: 66,079 mi PASSMar 2012: 70,805 mi PASSApr 2013: 74,608 mi FAILMay 2013: 74,657 mi FAILMay 2013: 74,657 mi PASSJul 2014: 81,073 mi FAILJul 2014: 81,073 mi PASS81k52k24kMay 2006Jul 2014

MOT test history — 8/12 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2006 PASS 23,784 mi None recorded
Jun 2007 PASS 26,738 mi
USER ENTERED nearside front outer tyre wall has tear marks
Aug 2008 PASS 33,528 mi None recorded
Feb 2010 FAIL 50,069 mi
FAIL Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
FAIL Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
FAIL Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Feb 2010 PASS 50,147 mi None recorded
Apr 2011 PASS 66,079 mi None recorded
Mar 2012 PASS 70,805 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Apr 2013 FAIL 74,608 mi
FAIL Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
FAIL Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
May 2013 FAIL 74,657 mi
PRS Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
May 2013 PASS 74,657 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Jul 2014 FAIL 81,073 mi
PRS Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Jul 2014 PASS 81,073 mi None recorded

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