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LD03 LSL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

156,277 mi
Last recorded156,277 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 LSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2022 156,277 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2021 155,959 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 155,777 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 143,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front dust cap missing

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 139,575 miles

All tyres are perished

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Off side front dust cap missing

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 137,916 miles

Off side front dust cap missing

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2015 133,949 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 123,673 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 112,470 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 112,470 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 100,347 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 87,737 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 78,172 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 68,943 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 56,040 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 56,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 May 2007 43,518 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 28,662 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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LD03 LSL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LD03 LSL, 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 LD03 LSL registered?

LD03 LSL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is LD03 LSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD03 LSL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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