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LC53 VXO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,247 mi
Last recorded65,247 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 VXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 65,247 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 62,745 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 58,670 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 52,967 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 49,811 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 44,490 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 May 2019 44,490 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2018 43,951 miles

x4 tyres wall slightly perishing

Pass 9 Nov 2016 42,977 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 42,341 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 41,995 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 41,297 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre outer side wall perishing

rear both tyres outer side wall perishing

Fail 10 Dec 2013 41,294 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre outer side wall perishing

rear both tyres outer side wall perishing

Pass 12 Jan 2013 39,809 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 37,817 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 35,717 miles

Front pads 50% worn, front discs on wear limit.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

rear diff. seals starting to leak

Pass 16 Nov 2009 31,719 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 27,829 miles

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

offside rear tyre wearing on edges and slight runout

Fail 15 Nov 2008 27,799 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

offside rear tyre wearing on edges and slight runout

Pass 17 Nov 2007 24,228 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 20,069 miles

advise n/s/f slight play hub area

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 VXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VXO, 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 VXO registered?

LC53 VXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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The MOT history for LC53 VXO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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