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LM53 NWN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

147,649 mi
Last recorded147,649 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 NWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 147,649 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f lower ball joint slight play

Pass 25 Feb 2014 134,601 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 116,482 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 101,997 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 91,297 miles

Front brake discs worn and pads low.

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside front tyre worn outer edge.

Pass 11 Dec 2009 79,089 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 69,604 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 58,847 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 58,340 miles

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside front tyre worn on edge and sidewall damaged

Pass 15 Dec 2006 44,712 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 NWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc 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 LM53 NWN, 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 NWN registered?

LM53 NWN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is LM53 NWN safe to buy?

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