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LH03 AGU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

92,750 mi
Last recorded92,750 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH03 AGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2024 92,750 miles

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2024 92,750 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 90,075 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 87,093 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all round (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear differential corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2021 87,069 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all round (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear axle components corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2020 85,212 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 85,211 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 May 2019 84,213 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 81,582 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 81,576 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 May 2017 78,173 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2016 76,066 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 70,852 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 63,472 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 59,771 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 59,197 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 58,129 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 58,129 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

ns reapeter - cracked.

nsr tyre - underinflation, nail, groove on the walls.

Pass 20 May 2010 54,820 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 54,820 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre sidewall damage due to under inflaition

Fail 21 May 2009 51,010 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2009 51,010 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 41,652 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 41,652 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 28,241 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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LH03 AGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LH03 AGU, 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 LH03 AGU registered?

LH03 AGU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is LH03 AGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH03 AGU shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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