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LN03 UCU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

121,467 mi
Last recorded121,467 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 UCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 121,467 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Side (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Mar 2026 121,301 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 117,163 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge less than 3mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 116,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 115,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 114,040 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 111,351 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 109,765 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 105,225 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 97,546 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 95,052 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 89,454 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 81,332 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 73,123 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 67,473 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 60,509 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 54,612 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 51,865 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 48,590 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 43,093 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 34,280 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 25,850 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LN03 UCU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LN03 UCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LN03 UCU?

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What year was LN03 UCU registered?

LN03 UCU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LN03 UCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 UCU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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