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LM53 EJJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,981 mi
Last recorded58,981 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 EJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 58,981 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 58,981 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 56,814 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 54,090 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 51,738 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 50,230 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2015 48,580 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 46,964 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 43,863 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 38,288 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 36,857 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 33,905 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 30,122 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 30,122 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 27,985 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 24,287 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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LM53 EJJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LM53 EJJ, 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 EJJ registered?

LM53 EJJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is LM53 EJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 EJJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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