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LC53 MFZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

93,991 mi
Last recorded93,991 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 MFZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 93,991 miles

advise head poor paton clean lens 4 tyers on limet adv ise rear sub frame rec paint up

Fail 26 Nov 2025 93,991 miles

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

advise head poor paton clean lens 4 tyers on limet adv ise rear sub frame rec paint up

Pass 23 Dec 2024 89,101 miles

advise shocer top bush play ball joins sligt lift

Pass 27 Oct 2023 83,070 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 82,823 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside headlamp beam image clarity poor.

Pass 25 Oct 2022 77,506 miles

Headlamp lenses hazy

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 77,506 miles

Headlamp lenses hazy

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 72,831 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 69,719 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 69,915 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 64,273 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 59,836 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 53,155 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed Drivers (5.2.2b)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 50,188 miles

the offside and nearside rear brake pipes are a bit rusty.

Pass 17 Nov 2014 47,536 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 43,560 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

neaside front tyre is covered in small cracks

Fail 23 Aug 2013 43,560 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

neaside front tyre is covered in small cracks

Fail 15 Aug 2013 43,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

neaside front tyre is covered in small cracks

Pass 21 Aug 2012 40,092 miles

nearside front tyre inner wall deteriorated/cracked and has low tread on inner edge

nearside track rod end has some play

Pass 1 Aug 2011 36,309 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 33,087 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 28,617 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 24,596 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 20,491 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 18,979 miles

front brake pads wearing low

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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LC53 MFZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 LC53 MFZ, 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 LC53 MFZ registered?

LC53 MFZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is LC53 MFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC53 MFZ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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