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LC52 XXN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

98,290 mi
Last recorded98,290 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 XXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 98,290 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 98,289 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2018 94,272 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 86,297 miles

Central Rear Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 76,493 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 76,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 65,122 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 54,206 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 54,206 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 47,865 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 41,245 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

door sill covers fitted

under shields fitted to under side of vehicle

Pass 9 Feb 2010 36,125 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 31,926 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 26,220 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 21,767 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 17,061 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 XXN 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 LC52 XXN, 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 LC52 XXN registered?

LC52 XXN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 February 2003.

Is LC52 XXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC52 XXN 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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