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LK53 OGH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

182,225 mi
Last recorded182,225 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 OGH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 182,225 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 182,224 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 179,946 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 176,468 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 170,791 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 164,240 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 164,240 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

advise n/s/r d bush

Pass 23 Nov 2011 154,079 miles

adviose very slight rusting to metal brake pipes

Pass 15 Nov 2010 89,827 miles

advise chip in windscreen advise wiper blade

advise rear exhaust box

Pass 20 Nov 2009 132,101 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 102,515 miles

slight damage to o/s windscreen not in swept area

Fail 10 Nov 2008 102,513 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight damage to o/s windscreen not in swept area

Pass 3 Dec 2007 78,581 miles

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

advise slight play in o/s steering rack end

advise slight stone chip in windscreen

Pass 25 Nov 2006 57,232 miles

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

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 OGH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 OGH, 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 LK53 OGH registered?

LK53 OGH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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The MOT history for LK53 OGH 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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