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A14 LAL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,705 mi
Last recorded39,705 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 LAL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 39,705 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 36,821 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 35,444 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 32,370 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 29,029 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 26,385 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 24,044 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 16,973 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 16,973 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 10,908 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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A14 LAL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 81,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 LAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A14 LAL registered?

A14 LAL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is A14 LAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 LAL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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