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LG03 NAE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

238,780 mi
Last recorded238,780 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 238,780 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2016 140,459 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 140,478 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 126,520 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 106,004 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 106,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 88,394 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 73,163 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 73,163 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2011 65,274 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 57,345 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Apr 2009 60,567 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 13,579 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 39,009 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 32,253 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 NAE 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 80%.

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 NAE, 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 LG03 NAE registered?

LG03 NAE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is LG03 NAE safe to buy?

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