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HK03 LJE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,037 mi
Last recorded92,037 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 LJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 92,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 82,638 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 77,170 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 69,832 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 69,832 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 62,578 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 54,109 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 46,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 42,376 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 42,342 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 37,142 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 36,362 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 36,110 miles

osr tyre near limit.

Fail 13 Jun 2016 36,110 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

osr tyre near limit.

Pass 17 Jun 2015 34,738 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 33,409 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 31,400 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 29,688 miles

CENTRE SECTION EXHAUST LEAKING

Pass 14 Jun 2011 27,032 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 24,590 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 21,335 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CLOSE TO LIMIT ON 2.5MM SERVICE LIGHT ON

Pass 17 Jun 2008 18,042 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 14,840 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

n/s/r o/s/r tyres on wear bars.

Pass 21 Jun 2006 11,415 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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HK03 LJE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HK03 LJE, 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 HK03 LJE registered?

HK03 LJE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is HK03 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 LJE shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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