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LK53 OGB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

104,042 mi
Last recorded104,042 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 OGB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 104,042 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 May 2015 98,943 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2014 91,266 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 85,343 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 79,367 miles

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

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

slight lip on front brake discs

Pass 3 Jun 2011 71,107 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 71,106 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 61,731 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 61,731 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 53,097 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 53,087 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 44,759 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2007 32,621 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 24,109 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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LK53 OGB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LK53 OGB, 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.

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What year was LK53 OGB registered?

LK53 OGB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is LK53 OGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 OGB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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