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LE03 TVW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,216 mi
Last recorded82,216 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE03 TVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 82,216 miles

oil leak

under body cover fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2018 73,164 miles

front wheel bearing has slight play

oil leak cover fitted under body slightly rusty

Pass 15 Mar 2017 64,713 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2016 60,061 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 56,494 miles

nearside rear light lens repaired by tape

Pass 15 Mar 2014 54,090 miles

nearside rear light lens repaired by tape

Pass 13 Mar 2013 50,874 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 47,760 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 44,189 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 41,556 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2010 41,556 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 38,881 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 38,881 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 35,675 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 32,842 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 30,125 miles

stone chips front screen 'A Zone'

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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LE03 TVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LE03 TVW, 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 LE03 TVW registered?

LE03 TVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is LE03 TVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE03 TVW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LE03 TVW have outstanding finance?

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