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LN03 XPZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

57,515 mi
Last recorded57,515 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 XPZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 57,515 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 57,506 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 46,670 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 33,961 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 23,023 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 22,694 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 22,694 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jan 2021 21,434 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 21,190 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 21,037 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 20,485 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 20,239 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 19,704 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 19,364 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 18,163 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 17,969 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 9 Nov 2012 17,943 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

both front disc slightly corroded.

both front wiper blades slightly smearing screen

n/s/r and o/s/f tyres wearing close to legal limit and perished,no cord exposed.

vehicle structure has slight surface rust.

Pass 23 Feb 2012 16,857 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 14,711 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 12,218 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 12,218 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 11,546 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 10,668 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 XPZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 XPZ, 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 XPZ registered?

LN03 XPZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is LN03 XPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 XPZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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