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BP03 LXS

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

192,068 mi
Last recorded192,068 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP03 LXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 192,068 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 192,068 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 181,592 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 181,592 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint gaitor deteriorated (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 170,371 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 162,058 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 152,357 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 151,040 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 142,121 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 134,305 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 134,305 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 115,262 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 85,196 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 64,483 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 43,329 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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BP03 LXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BP03 LXS, 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 BP03 LXS registered?

BP03 LXS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is BP03 LXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP03 LXS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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