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LK53 OVC

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,053 mi
Last recorded35,053 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 OVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 35,053 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 34,750 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 33,788 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 33,788 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear lens brocken (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 32,373 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 30,635 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 29,163 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 29,121 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure All four wall cracking (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 27,738 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 26,445 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 26,445 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 24,937 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 23,540 miles

o/s/r brake disc corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2012 23,540 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/r brake disc corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2011 21,925 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 20,320 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 17,780 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 14,055 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2008 14,054 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jan 2007 10,313 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 10,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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LK53 OVC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OVC, 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 OVC registered?

LK53 OVC is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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The MOT history for LK53 OVC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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