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LG03 SVJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

157,959 mi
Last recorded157,959 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 SVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2013 157,959 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2013 157,956 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 152,849 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 147,524 miles

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

front brake discs worn slightly

Pass 19 Apr 2010 141,495 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 141,495 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 131,806 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 114,009 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 99,707 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 74,071 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 73,645 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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 SVJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SVJ, 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 SVJ registered?

LG03 SVJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is LG03 SVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 SVJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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