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LF03 FTD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

140,272 mi
Last recorded140,272 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 FTD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2022 140,272 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 131,314 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rears (1.1.11 (c))

both sides outer sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2020 127,286 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 119,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 114,207 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 114,207 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 104,681 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 99,298 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 93,055 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 86,593 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 78,488 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 72,285 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 65,338 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 57,762 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 50,295 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 42,907 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 34,444 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 26,120 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 FTD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FTD, 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 LF03 FTD registered?

LF03 FTD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is LF03 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 FTD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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