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LJ03 NOH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

75,295 mi
Last recorded75,295 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 NOH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2025 75,295 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 74,419 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 73,964 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 73,134 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 71,985 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 71,153 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 69,971 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 69,051 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 68,424 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 66,525 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 63,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 63,864 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 61,672 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 59,302 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 26 Jun 2012 56,316 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 53,578 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 50,197 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 46,787 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 37,897 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 19,768 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 NOH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 NOH, 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 NOH registered?

LJ03 NOH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is LJ03 NOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 NOH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ03 NOH have outstanding finance?

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