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LB53 EUF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,037 mi
Last recorded52,037 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 EUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 52,037 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2025 50,805 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 49,127 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 47,647 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 46,699 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 46,699 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 45,462 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 45,090 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 43,647 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 42,807 miles

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

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2016 41,770 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 38,135 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 31,607 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

parking brake has slight travel

Fail 7 Nov 2014 31,607 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

parking brake has slight travel

Pass 8 Nov 2013 24,199 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 17,137 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 15,998 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 14,275 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 12,414 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 10,793 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 8,427 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 7,127 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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LB53 EUF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LB53 EUF, 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 LB53 EUF registered?

LB53 EUF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is LB53 EUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB53 EUF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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