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LK53 UWD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,261 mi
Last recorded55,261 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 UWD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 May 2022 55,261 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 48,783 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 47,390 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 45,389 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 42,980 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 40,703 miles

both rear tyres near wear bars

Pass 24 Oct 2015 38,027 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 35,893 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 33,554 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 31,584 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 30,091 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 27,056 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 24,254 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 21,677 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 18,770 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 14,812 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 UWD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UWD, 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 UWD registered?

LK53 UWD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is LK53 UWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 UWD shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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