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AP03 LHG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,304 mi
Last recorded162,304 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 LHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 162,304 miles

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

Offside Front JACKING POINT MISSING

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

Pass 20 Mar 2016 159,199 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front JCKING POINT MISSING

Fail 20 Mar 2016 159,199 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front JCKING POINT MISSING

Pass 12 Mar 2015 155,324 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front jacking point missing

Pass 3 Apr 2014 152,385 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 152,375 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 150,628 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 138,008 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 138,008 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 14 Jul 2011 121,291 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 121,291 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 107,996 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 107,996 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 95,943 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 95,943 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 75,052 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 57,853 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 41,642 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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AP03 LHG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP03 LHG, 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 AP03 LHG registered?

AP03 LHG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AP03 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 LHG shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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