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LC03 YTW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

114,704 mi
Last recorded114,704 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 114,704 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 109,452 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 109,452 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 104,305 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 97,569 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 May 2014 97,569 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 91,177 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2013 91,177 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 85,452 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 79,929 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 74,072 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 64,061 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 42,430 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 22,487 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edge,o/s/r tyre low on tread,oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2007 21,476 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 14,866 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 YTW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YTW, 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 YTW registered?

LC03 YTW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is LC03 YTW safe to buy?

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