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LM03 VEW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,090 mi
Last recorded51,090 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 VEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 51,090 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 45,657 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 40,384 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 33,651 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 28,863 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 25,457 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 21,706 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 19,425 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,936 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 15,823 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 4,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2006 13,196 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 VEW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VEW, 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

How do I check the history of LM03 VEW?

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What year was LM03 VEW registered?

LM03 VEW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is LM03 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 VEW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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