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LB53 TYK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

71,287 mi
Last recorded71,287 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 71,287 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 71,284 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 62,662 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 58,260 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 53,723 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 53,718 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 50,123 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 46,568 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 42,303 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 37,539 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 37,539 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 32,577 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 27,415 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 27,415 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 25,234 miles

cut in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Nov 2008 22,967 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 44,266 miles

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

advise both front lower control arm rear bushes

Pass 23 Nov 2007 17,737 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 17,737 miles

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

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 TYK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TYK, 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 LB53 TYK registered?

LB53 TYK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is LB53 TYK safe to buy?

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