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LE03 USM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

142,969 mi
Last recorded142,969 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE03 USM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2022 142,969 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front one of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 137,687 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 122,998 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all metal brake pipes have slight corrosion on them

both front headlight lenses are in a poor condition

Pass 15 Mar 2019 116,487 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 98,189 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 97,410 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 97,399 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 91,109 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 79,617 miles

eml lamp on

Fail 4 Jan 2016 79,617 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

eml lamp on

Pass 6 Jan 2015 72,780 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 72,780 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 63,281 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2012 58,162 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 52,686 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 48,810 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 46,181 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 43,829 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 36,183 miles

rear no plate started to deteriorate.

Pass 15 Mar 2006 26,398 miles

Rear registration plate deterioated; oil leak on auto gearbox sump

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 USM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 USM, 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.

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LE03 USM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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