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LN03 XSD

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,566 mi
Last recorded144,566 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2023 144,566 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 123,372 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jan 2022 123,372 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 119,706 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

all 4 tyres heavily perished

Pass 18 Jan 2020 116,504 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 111,451 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 107,027 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

engine management light on

Fail 24 Jan 2018 107,027 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

engine management light on

Pass 6 Mar 2017 104,666 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc and pads uneven wearing (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 104,666 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc and pads uneven wearing (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 101,365 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 98,766 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 98,766 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 95,899 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 92,763 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 88,987 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 85,034 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 85,034 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 80,129 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 80,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2009 71,489 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 59,918 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 42,314 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 27,544 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 XSD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XSD, 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 XSD registered?

LN03 XSD is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is LN03 XSD safe to buy?

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