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LC03 YTN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,955 mi
Last recorded134,955 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC03 YTN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 134,955 miles

Exhaust system deteriorating

Front wiper blades deteriorating

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside wing mirror glass deteriorating & slightly insecure

Slight play in nearside front track rod inner ball joint

Slight play in rear antiroll bar centre bushes

Fail 26 Sep 2014 134,955 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust system deteriorating

Front wiper blades deteriorating

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside wing mirror glass deteriorating & slightly insecure

Slight play in nearside front track rod inner ball joint

Slight play in rear antiroll bar centre bushes

Pass 24 Sep 2013 124,668 miles

Both rear tyres wearing low & perished

Exhaust hanger broken

Exhaust system deteriorating

Front wiper blades split

Nearside wing mirror slightly insecure

Play in offside front lower rear arm ball joint

Fail 23 Sep 2013 124,668 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Both rear tyres wearing low & perished

Exhaust hanger broken

Exhaust system deteriorating

Front wiper blades split

Nearside wing mirror slightly insecure

Play in offside front lower rear arm ball joint

Fail 24 Sep 2012 116,088 miles

Both rear anti-role bar center bushes slightly worn

Center exhaust bracket broken (system still secure)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Slight play in nearside inner rack ball joint

Pass 24 Sep 2012 116,088 miles

Both rear anti-role bar center bushes slightly worn

Center exhaust bracket broken (system still secure)

Slight play in nearside inner rack ball joint

Pass 26 Sep 2011 107,432 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 90,683 miles

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

Offside rear seat belt damaged by creasing

Pass 15 May 2009 71,868 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2008 51,134 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 36,107 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 20,217 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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LC03 YTN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LC03 YTN, 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 LC03 YTN registered?

LC03 YTN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is LC03 YTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC03 YTN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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