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LM52 VBV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

231,107 mi
Last recorded231,107 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 VBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2013 231,107 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 105,343 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 99,376 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 91,425 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 82,369 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 72,013 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 72,013 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 65,982 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 60,054 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 52,110 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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LM52 VBV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LM52 VBV, 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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How do I check the history of LM52 VBV?

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What year was LM52 VBV registered?

LM52 VBV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is LM52 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 VBV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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