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LM03 YGD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

107,155 mi
Last recorded107,155 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 107,155 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 107,149 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust broken at centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 100,650 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 100,650 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 21,996 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2017 87,003 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 75,261 miles

under trays and engine cover

Pass 15 Aug 2014 74,063 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 74,057 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 72,447 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 67,160 miles

front tyres cracked

Pass 19 May 2011 65,187 miles

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 19 May 2010 63,263 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 63,260 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 May 2009 59,850 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 56,647 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 53,961 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 49,439 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2006 49,439 miles

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

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

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 YGD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YGD, 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 YGD?

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What year was LM03 YGD registered?

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

Is LM03 YGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM03 YGD shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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