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LM53 EHB

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,543 mi
Last recorded119,543 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2007
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 EHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2007 119,543 miles

advised nearside front track control arm inner bush just starting to split.

Fail 20 Nov 2007 119,542 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

advised nearside front track control arm inner bush just starting to split.

Pass 12 Dec 2006 179,377 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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LM53 EHB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM53 EHB, 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 LM53 EHB registered?

LM53 EHB is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2003.

Is LM53 EHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 EHB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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