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LM03 YDZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

132,199 mi
Last recorded132,199 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 YDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 132,199 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 127,561 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 119,498 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 111,906 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 97,917 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Heavy wear on inner section of O/S/F tyre tread - (no cord visible.)

Offside Front Brake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (3.6.C.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Sep 2014 97,917 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Heavy wear on inner section of O/S/F tyre tread - (no cord visible.)

Offside Front Brake servo vacuum pipe lightly rubbing (3.6.C.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2013 70,154 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Oct 2013 70,153 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2012 44,594 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 43,933 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 43,146 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 43,146 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 33,504 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 18,666 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2008 18,666 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 17,231 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 14,211 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 YDZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YDZ, 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 YDZ registered?

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

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