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LC03 CLU

2003 Mercedes-benz S 430

Black Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

233,885 mi
Last recorded233,885 miles
Recorded on20 May 2008
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz S 43099,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 CLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 May 2008 233,885 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2007 189,732 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2006 128,944 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S 430?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,217
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 663
Brake pipe excessively corroded 268
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 225
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 210
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LC03 CLU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Black with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 99,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S 430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC03 CLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S 430 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz S 430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LC03 CLU registered?

LC03 CLU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is LC03 CLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 CLU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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