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LK03 PXB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,321 mi
Last recorded105,321 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 PXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Apr 2021 105,321 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

brake pad warning light on

engine management light came on during emissions test

Fail 8 Apr 2021 103,313 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended o/s/f buckle not latching /jamed up (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp o/s/r brake light comes on with n/s/r side light (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front wiper worn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn below limit 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light 3rd centre light lens damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective rear centre hanger broken off (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s inner rack end play ()

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

pad low warning on dash

Pass 6 Apr 2020 92,880 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 91,447 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 87,842 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2017 87,820 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 84,780 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 79,313 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 75,301 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 69,148 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 63,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 17 Sep 2012 63,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 58,120 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 52,032 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 45,696 miles

park brake travel slightly high

Pass 18 Aug 2008 39,539 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 33,270 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 25,607 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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LK03 PXB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LK03 PXB, 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 LK03 PXB registered?

LK03 PXB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is LK03 PXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK03 PXB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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