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LM53 WND

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,553 mi
Last recorded98,553 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 WND
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 98,553 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear brake pipes at flex hoses rusty

offside front brake working better than nearsides, 24% imbalance

rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 13 Jan 2015 98,548 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

brake pipe at both rear flex hoses rusty

offside front brake working better than nearsides,,24% imbalance

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 16 Dec 2013 93,282 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 87,515 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 81,474 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 73,567 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 64,227 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 59,631 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 52,960 miles

o/s/f tyre tread very low at edges

Pass 20 Dec 2006 40,403 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Dec 2006 40,403 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 WND is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WND, 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 WND registered?

LM53 WND is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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