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LM03 DWG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

98,003 mi
Last recorded98,003 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 DWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 98,003 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 98,003 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 93,336 miles

both sides rear service brake effort low, 160/150

full under body covers fitted at time of test

Fail 9 Sep 2021 93,336 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

both sides rear service brake effort low, 160/150

full under body covers fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Aug 2020 89,689 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge worn low and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

full under body covers fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Sep 2019 85,597 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 79,584 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 79,584 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 73,858 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front thrust arm bush partially split (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front thrust arm bush partially split (2.4.G.2)

both sides rear brake effort low, 160 / 170

full under body covers / trays fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Sep 2016 69,388 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2016 69,388 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2015 64,903 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 61,261 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

oil leak around offside steering rack inner joint

recomend wheel alignment

Pass 25 Sep 2013 57,305 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2012 50,745 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 50,745 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 43,788 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 37,081 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 31,066 miles

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

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

full size shields fitted to underbody restricting visual inspection

Pass 9 Sep 2008 23,399 miles

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

full size underbody shield fitted at time of test

nearside front tyre outer wall cut

parking brake travel requires adjustment

Pass 18 Sep 2007 21,253 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 17,105 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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LM03 DWG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LM03 DWG, 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 LM03 DWG registered?

LM03 DWG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is LM03 DWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 DWG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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