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LK03 PXJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,484 mi
Last recorded100,484 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 PXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 100,484 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 98,612 miles

age cracks both rear tyres

Pass 21 May 2016 97,502 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 96,336 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 May 2014 92,406 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 87,140 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 79,217 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/f tyre slight wear inner edge

Fail 24 Apr 2012 79,210 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/f tyre slight wear inner edge

Pass 27 Apr 2011 71,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 63,617 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 63,617 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 May 2009 54,425 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 41,549 miles
Pass 13 May 2007 29,547 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 35,833 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 PXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PXJ, 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 PXJ registered?

LK03 PXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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The MOT history for LK03 PXJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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