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LF03 HUP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,927 mi
Last recorded92,927 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 92,927 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 92,927 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 88,157 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 86,189 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 74,693 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 74,571 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside 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)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 64,947 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 54,656 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 50,319 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 45,100 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 39,227 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 39,227 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 33,709 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 27,021 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 21,412 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 May 2008 21,412 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 19,022 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 12,005 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 HUP 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 77.8%.

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 HUP, 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 HUP registered?

LF03 HUP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2003.

Is LF03 HUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF03 HUP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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