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LM03 XZJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

209,053 mi
Last recorded209,053 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 XZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 209,053 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 206,441 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 204,038 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 200,316 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 195,829 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 180,193 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 156,685 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 127,536 miles

both fron t disc lipped

both front pads wearing

both rear pads wearing

Fail 16 Jun 2008 127,371 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

both fron t disc lipped

both front pads wearing

both rear pads wearing

Pass 20 Jun 2007 101,419 miles

both front tyres badly worn on outer edges †n/s/r tyre nearing wear indicators

Pass 21 Jun 2006 75,217 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 75,217 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 XZJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XZJ, 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 XZJ registered?

LM03 XZJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is LM03 XZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 XZJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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