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LC52 XKU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

72,253 mi
Last recorded72,253 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 XKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 72,253 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Dec 2018 72,253 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 69,941 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front wiper blade worn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 9 Oct 2017 69,940 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front wiper blade worn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 67,155 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured on limit (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer treads

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 65,056 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

under trays fitted to floors and covers fitted to both outer sill panals

Fail 7 Sep 2015 65,056 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

under trays fitted to floors and covers fitted to both outer sill panals

Pass 22 Jan 2014 60,483 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 55,860 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 51,025 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 46,267 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2010 40,262 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 35,933 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 31,040 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 25,644 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 19,946 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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LC52 XKU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc 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 LC52 XKU, 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 LC52 XKU registered?

LC52 XKU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is LC52 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC52 XKU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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