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LJ03 KFP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,220 mi
Last recorded87,220 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 KFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 87,220 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

slight damage

Pass 31 Jan 2025 80,914 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 80,914 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 74,951 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 66,024 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 66,023 miles

Brake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle SLOWER THAN NEARSIDE (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 63,034 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 62,126 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 60,888 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 60,126 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 59,420 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 58,312 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 58,310 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 57,783 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 56,853 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 49,294 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 49,294 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 45,008 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 41,091 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 36,734 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 32,627 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 28,808 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 23,948 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 19,960 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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LJ03 KFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LJ03 KFP, 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 LJ03 KFP registered?

LJ03 KFP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 August 2003.

Is LJ03 KFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 KFP shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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