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LG03 HXL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

113,575 mi
Last recorded113,575 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 HXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 113,575 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 106,812 miles

Slight corrosion on off side front wing

Pass 6 Apr 2016 101,805 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 96,676 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 91,465 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 86,215 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 80,862 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 74,467 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2011 74,467 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 71,012 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 65,879 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2009 65,879 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 56,052 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2008 56,052 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 48,863 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 48,863 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 25 Apr 2006 37,581 miles

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

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

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 HXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HXL, 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 HXL registered?

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

Is LG03 HXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 HXL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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