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AK03 LJK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,657 mi
Last recorded92,657 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 LJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 92,657 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 92,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 83,213 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Fail 23 Sep 2019 83,210 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 23 Jun 2018 59,689 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 45,064 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 37,105 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 34,217 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 32,025 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 28,770 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 26,869 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 24,730 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 22,617 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 20,926 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 20,926 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 18,750 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 14,749 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 14,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AK03 LJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AK03 LJK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK03 LJK registered?

AK03 LJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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