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LB03 BEU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,994 mi
Last recorded75,994 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 BEU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Jun 2019 75,994 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both front wings corroded no sharp edges

engine covers fitted

front tyres wearing on inner edge slightly

o/s rear handrake effort slightly low

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2018 75,874 miles

engine covers fitted

o/s front wing corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 May 2017 73,516 miles

corrosion to all steering/brake/suspension comps

corrosion to o/s front wing no sharp edges

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2016 73,088 miles

engine covers fitted

exhaust centre clamp corroded

front tyres wearing on inner edge slightly

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2015 72,346 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

o/s rear handbrake effort slightly low

Pass 18 Jun 2014 69,501 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise brakes,steering and suspension components all corroding

advise front and rear wings-wheel arches corroding

advise front screen chipped

Fail 16 Jun 2014 69,498 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise brakes,steering and suspension components all corroding

advise front and rear wings-wheel arches corroding

advise front screen chipped

Fail 12 Jun 2014 69,485 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion to nearside front and offside front wheel arch

Pass 22 May 2013 67,538 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 67,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2012 63,580 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 59,155 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 53,475 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 47,697 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 45,229 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 43,017 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 39,828 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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LB03 BEU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LB03 BEU, 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 LB03 BEU registered?

LB03 BEU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2003.

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