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FL52 LFK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

104,911 mi
Last recorded104,911 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL52 LFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 104,911 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 104,911 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 93,564 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 84,752 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

stone chip

Pass 9 Feb 2016 78,758 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 72,183 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 66,393 miles

Rear tyres getting low - will need changing soon.

Pass 5 Feb 2013 60,725 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 56,348 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 56,348 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 50,548 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 50,542 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2010 44,369 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 44,369 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 38,751 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 33,431 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 33,430 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2007 28,379 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 28,377 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 22,111 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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FL52 LFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FL52 LFK, 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

How do I check the history of FL52 LFK?

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What year was FL52 LFK registered?

FL52 LFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is FL52 LFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL52 LFK shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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