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LE03 TXP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,102 mi
Last recorded98,102 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 98,102 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust corroded

underside corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2017 83,117 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 75,942 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 66,892 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 60,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Jun 2013 60,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 52,451 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 45,894 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside front tyre heavily perished on outer sidewall. Damage also visable to outer sidewall, but cords not showing

Pass 12 Jun 2010 40,776 miles

Both front wheel has got slight play

Both rear tyres inner treads has got cut but cord not shown

Front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 29 Jun 2009 34,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 34,084 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 26,674 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 18,672 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 9,435 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 9,435 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 TXP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TXP, 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

How do I check the history of LE03 TXP?

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What year was LE03 TXP registered?

LE03 TXP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is LE03 TXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE03 TXP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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