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L203 LUX

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

129,070 mi
Last recorded129,070 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL203 LUX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 129,070 miles

Nearside rear wheel arch area slightly corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2024 128,650 miles

Slight corrosion nsr wheel arch area.

Pass 27 Nov 2023 127,736 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 126,687 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 126,687 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 123,890 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 122,394 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Shock Mounting Point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 122,393 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 120,463 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shock absorber mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 118,433 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 118,430 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

front shock casings corroded

rear shocks casings corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

front brake service recommended

Pass 8 Nov 2017 115,931 miles

front tyres on 3mil

rear tyres on 3-4mil

tracking wear on front tyres

Pass 7 Nov 2016 112,627 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded chassis (2.4.G.1)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 112,627 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded chassis (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 110,416 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 108,672 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 106,890 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 106,890 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 104,933 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 100,454 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn outer edge at 2-3mm

Pass 27 Aug 2009 95,942 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 89,624 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 88,550 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 86,092 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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L203 LUX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 116,536 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 L203 LUX, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L203 LUX registered?

L203 LUX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 May 1994.

Is L203 LUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L203 LUX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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