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GL03 LXR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

118,599 mi
Last recorded118,599 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 LXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 118,599 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

Pass 22 May 2014 109,084 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 103,727 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 99,437 miles

front brake discs worn.

Pass 25 May 2011 94,038 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 94,038 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2010 88,241 miles
Pass 23 May 2010 88,241 miles

front number plate slighty damaged

Pass 15 May 2009 84,002 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 78,513 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 71,544 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 62,490 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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GL03 LXR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 GL03 LXR, 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 GL03 LXR registered?

GL03 LXR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is GL03 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 LXR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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