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LB03 ZBW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,234 mi
Last recorded102,234 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 102,234 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 102,234 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 93,633 miles

corrosion to front and rear suspension inc components

corrosion to undersiderear

underside plastic guarded

Pass 9 Aug 2021 90,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 85,773 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 81,500 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 81,498 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 76,416 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 74,163 miles

CORROSION ] OF UNDER BODY VARIOUS PARTS AVISE WAX OILING

Pass 12 Sep 2016 71,492 miles

slight cut in n/s front tyre

Pass 8 Aug 2015 69,191 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 67,575 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 64,448 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 62,743 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside outer bodysills not checked due to plastic covers .

Pass 8 Aug 2012 62,743 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside outer bodysills not checked due to plastic covers .

Pass 3 Aug 2011 59,276 miles

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

condition of front brake discs (slightly worn).

nearside and offside outer bodysills not checked due to plastic covers .

underside of vehicle not checked fully due to plastic covers .

Pass 4 Aug 2010 52,863 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 47,912 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 47,912 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 43,384 miles

nearside front track control arm bush deteriorated

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

nearside rear wheel inner rim damaged

Pass 2 Aug 2007 37,626 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight distortion to rear number plate

Pass 2 Aug 2006 30,596 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

very slight distortion to rear number plate

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 ZBW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ZBW, 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 ZBW registered?

LB03 ZBW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is LB03 ZBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB03 ZBW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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