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LN03 XUJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,364 mi
Last recorded47,364 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 XUJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 47,364 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/side rear and both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 May 2023

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working both outer (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/side rear and both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2022 44,576 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 44,552 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working both outer (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 41,850 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 40,361 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 38,833 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 35,620 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Rearward / Upward facing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 29,478 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Apr 2016 27,697 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 25,541 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 23,732 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 21,607 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 19,324 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 19,324 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 16,618 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 14,789 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 12,588 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 10,389 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 8,668 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 6,398 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 XUJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XUJ, 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 XUJ?

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What year was LN03 XUJ registered?

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

Is LN03 XUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN03 XUJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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