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LN53 FBU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,603 mi
Last recorded144,603 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN53 FBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 144,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn outer edge

Offside Front Tyre worn inner edge

Rear Brake hoses perishing

Pass 25 Oct 2016 127,983 miles

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

advise rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 26 Oct 2015 112,161 miles

advise nail nsr tyre

advise nsf tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 8 Oct 2014 105,074 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 98,208 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 91,899 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 85,465 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 78,768 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 78,768 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Uneven tyre wear on front tyres

Pass 3 Nov 2009 68,645 miles

UNEVEN TYRE WEAR ON FRONT

Pass 7 Nov 2008 60,334 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 48,885 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 36,035 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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LN53 FBU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LN53 FBU, 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 LN53 FBU registered?

LN53 FBU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is LN53 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN53 FBU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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