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LM52 WJK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

34,877 mi
Last recorded34,877 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 WJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 34,877 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 33,772 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 30,179 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 25,341 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 23,762 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2022 23,754 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 20,796 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 20,794 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 18,147 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 17,452 miles

Exhaust center bracket corroded but not excessive

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2017 16,405 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 15,747 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 15,551 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 15,320 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 14,978 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 14,227 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 13,792 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 13,317 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 12,765 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 12,757 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 11,986 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 11,986 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 11,407 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 9,724 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 8,456 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 WJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 WJK, 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 LM52 WJK registered?

LM52 WJK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is LM52 WJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 WJK shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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