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LM53 EJO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,820 mi
Last recorded84,820 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 EJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2018 84,820 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2018 84,820 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 75,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2016 71,323 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 65,318 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 62,864 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 62,864 miles

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 55,755 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 54,818 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 50,419 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 44,549 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 38,241 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2009 38,210 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 31,376 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 25,531 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 17,796 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 EJO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EJO, 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 EJO registered?

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

Is LM53 EJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM53 EJO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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