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LG03 HTD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,333 mi
Last recorded137,333 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 HTD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 137,333 miles

both front tyres worn on edge

o/s rear suspension bush squeeks

plastic covers hiding testable items

Fail 17 Jan 2018 137,333 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edge

o/s rear suspension bush squeeks

plastic covers hiding testable items

Pass 17 Jan 2017 136,046 miles

front tyres wearing on inside and outside edge

o/s rear suspension bush squeak

recommend attention to parking brake

Fail 17 Jan 2017 136,046 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front tyres wearing on inside and outside edge

o/s rear suspension bush squeak

recommend attention to parking brake

Pass 18 Jan 2016 133,024 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 132,948 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 128,233 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Rear exhaust mouting rubber split.

Pass 6 Jan 2014 122,314 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 108,138 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 98,889 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 87,193 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 87,193 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 65,894 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 54,118 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 43,949 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 32,813 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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 HTD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HTD, 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 HTD registered?

LG03 HTD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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