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LG03 SXX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,471 mi
Last recorded69,471 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 SXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 69,471 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 68,724 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 67,602 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 66,453 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 65,000 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 63,041 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 58,977 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 57,419 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 55,157 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 53,379 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 49,678 miles

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 46,957 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 43,595 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 39,765 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 39,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 33,883 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 28,988 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)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 23,658 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 23,156 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 22,622 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 22,039 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 SXX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 SXX, 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 SXX registered?

LG03 SXX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is LG03 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 SXX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG03 SXX have outstanding finance?

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