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LE03 VGJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

149,379 mi
Last recorded149,379 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 149,379 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component ball joint has slight play both front lower arm bottom joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 149,379 miles

Suspension component ball joint excessively worn nsf rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component ball joint has slight play both front lower arm bottom joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2020 137,245 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 128,864 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 128,864 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 119,306 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 108,091 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 98,167 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2016 98,167 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 21 Dec 2015 95,399 miles

Indicator switch faulty does not continue to flash when selected (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside repeater lens damaged.

Pass 23 Apr 2015 89,028 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 89,028 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

parking brake warning lamp staying on

Pass 28 Apr 2014 78,595 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 68,552 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 59,700 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 51,018 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 45,803 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 37,540 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 31,632 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 25,175 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 19,612 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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LE03 VGJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VGJ, 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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What year was LE03 VGJ registered?

LE03 VGJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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