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LM03 LVU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,087 mi
Last recorded83,087 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 LVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 83,087 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 26 May 2017 78,042 miles

E.M.L on

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

Fail 26 May 2017 78,042 miles

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

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

E.M.L on

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

Pass 23 May 2016 71,975 miles

E.M.L on

Fail 23 May 2016 71,975 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split and perished (8.2.2)

E.M.L on

Pass 20 May 2015 64,730 miles

E.M.L light on

o/s mirror indicator faded

Fail 14 May 2014 57,384 miles

E.M.L on

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 May 2014 57,384 miles

E.M.L on

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 May 2013 51,614 miles

eml light on

Pass 30 May 2012 45,198 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 45,198 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 May 2011 39,448 miles

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

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

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

advise o/s/f door mirror indicator lens has slight damage and slightly fadded

engine management light staying on

Pass 26 May 2010 34,181 miles

S.R.S. warning light comming on

Pass 26 May 2009 29,691 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 24,209 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 20,173 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 LVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LVU, 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 LM03 LVU registered?

LM03 LVU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is LM03 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 LVU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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