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LB03 DWL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

96,834 mi
Last recorded96,834 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 DWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 96,834 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 May 2022 94,926 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner end (2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 93,254 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2021 92,993 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 90,191 miles

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

Undertrays fitted.

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has play.

Pass 25 Jun 2018 87,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has age cracking.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to tread wear indicators. (aprox 3mm)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on outer edge.

Offside Front Tyre has age cracking.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to tread wear indicators. (aprox 3mm)

Pass 26 Jun 2017 84,102 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 84,102 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 80,841 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 77,916 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 77,916 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 73,839 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 70,922 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 66,428 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 60,715 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 55,041 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 44,383 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 35,162 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 30,246 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 25,265 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 DWL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DWL, 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 LB03 DWL registered?

LB03 DWL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is LB03 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB03 DWL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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