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LF03 EBU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,377 mi
Last recorded101,377 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 EBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 101,377 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 96,163 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 96,097 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall split (4.1.D.1a)

Offside door mirror damaged

engine light on

Pass 31 May 2016 84,606 miles

Offside Front nail in tyre

Pass 21 May 2015 72,527 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 69,348 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Jul 2014 69,346 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 65,156 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 65,156 miles

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)

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 55,768 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 51,516 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 46,394 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 40,997 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 35,989 miles

both rear and n/s front tyre wearing low

Pass 27 Jun 2006 31,629 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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LF03 EBU 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 LF03 EBU, 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 LF03 EBU registered?

LF03 EBU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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