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LB03 UKN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

91,430 mi
Last recorded91,430 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 UKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Sep 2018 91,430 miles

Front Coil spring fractured or broken both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front and rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

brake pad warning light on

Pass 5 Sep 2017 85,270 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 78,081 miles

All 4 tyres perished

Pass 9 Sep 2015 71,761 miles

Both front tyres are slightly perished

Pass 30 Jul 2014 65,456 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 58,336 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2012 51,979 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 46,438 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 39,930 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 39,930 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 33,371 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 33,367 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 27,053 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,397 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 UKN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UKN, 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 UKN registered?

LB03 UKN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 July 2003.

Is LB03 UKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB03 UKN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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