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L888 CSC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

50,942 mi
Last recorded50,942 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL888 CSC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 50,942 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 33,902 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 30,368 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 29,734 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 29,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on wear indicators on inner edges + x1 cut but no cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 26,212 miles

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

engine and undercovers fitted .

Pass 13 Feb 2017 23,392 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2017 23,392 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 21,937 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 19,809 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Dec 2014 19,800 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2013 17,163 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2012 14,328 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 11,841 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 8,445 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 7,282 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 4,242 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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L888 CSC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 L888 CSC, 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 L888 CSC?

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What year was L888 CSC registered?

L888 CSC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is L888 CSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L888 CSC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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