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LN03 XMS

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

51,588 mi
Last recorded51,588 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 XMS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 51,588 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Nov 2024 50,154 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 48,350 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 46,988 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 15 Nov 2021 44,953 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Nov 2020 43,862 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 40,398 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S + O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 May 2019 40,378 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 May 2018 37,738 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 35,733 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under tray covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 17 May 2016 33,900 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 32,239 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 30,138 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2013 27,912 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 26,275 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 25,282 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 23,261 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 20,715 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 19,298 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 17,814 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 15,099 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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LN03 XMS is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 XMS, 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 XMS?

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What year was LN03 XMS registered?

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

Is LN03 XMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 XMS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LN03 XMS have outstanding finance?

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