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LLZ 1661

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

147,143 mi
Last recorded147,143 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLZ 1661
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2015 147,143 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 137,862 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 133,363 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 127,558 miles

bas systerm worning message on dash

esp systerm worning on dash

play in offside of steering rack

Fail 10 Feb 2012 127,392 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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)

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

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

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

bas systerm worning message on dash

both front roll bar mount bushes are worn

esp systerm worning on dash

play in offside of steering rack

Pass 26 Feb 2011
Pass 11 Mar 2010
Pass 16 Oct 2008 55,289 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 53,112 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 52,089 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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LLZ 1661 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LLZ 1661, 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 LLZ 1661 registered?

LLZ 1661 is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2003.

Is LLZ 1661 safe to buy?

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