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LD03 LVJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,254 mi
Last recorded66,254 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 LVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2016 66,254 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

oil leak

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2015 60,279 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2014 56,258 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Feb 2013 52,725 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 52,713 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 51,235 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 50,214 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 46,576 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 42,845 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 42,339 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 34,104 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 24,231 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 LVJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LD03 LVJ, 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 LVJ registered?

LD03 LVJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is LD03 LVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD03 LVJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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