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LK03 UOM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

103,267 mi
Last recorded103,267 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 UOM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2017 103,267 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 101,849 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 100,139 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2014 94,990 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 87,774 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 74,897 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 58,260 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 50,561 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine light on

Fail 15 Nov 2010 50,553 miles

Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine light on

Pass 29 Oct 2009 37,075 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 24 Nov 2008 25,995 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 24,320 miles

engine management warning lamp staying on

full size under body shield fitted at time of test

parking brake travel requires attention/adjustment

Fail 28 Jun 2008 24,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine management warning lamp staying on

full size under body shield fitted at time of test

parking brake travel requires attention/adjustment

Pass 18 Jun 2007 19,420 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 19,415 miles

Offside Rear 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)

Pass 2 May 2006 23,987 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 23,987 miles

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

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)

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 UOM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 UOM, 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 UOM registered?

LK03 UOM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is LK03 UOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK03 UOM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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