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LN03 XNJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

197,683 mi
Last recorded197,683 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 XNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 197,683 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 178,000 miles

front and rear suspension has surface corrosion

underbody has surface corrosion

Pass 17 Feb 2018 152,879 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 144,478 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 138,418 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 131,570 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 131,570 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 122,439 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 112,427 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 112,427 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 103,357 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 97,212 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 89,290 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 89,290 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 78,605 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 78,615 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 67,287 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 52,124 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 14,825 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 XNJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XNJ, 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

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What year was LN03 XNJ registered?

LN03 XNJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is LN03 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 XNJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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