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LG03 CVU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,791 mi
Last recorded99,791 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 CVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 99,791 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 95,519 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 91,168 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 91,166 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 85,833 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 82,788 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 82,533 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 82,533 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 74,365 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 66,119 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 66,112 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 57,721 miles

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

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

rear number plate slightly deterated

Fail 29 May 2008 57,199 miles

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

Offside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

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

Pass 29 May 2007 47,112 miles

n/s/f tyre tread very low outer edge

Pass 31 May 2006 35,220 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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LG03 CVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LG03 CVU, 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 LG03 CVU registered?

LG03 CVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is LG03 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 CVU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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