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LR03 CDV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

165,726 mi
Last recorded165,726 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 CDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 165,726 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 163,747 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 159,641 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 155,953 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 155,953 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 152,360 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 148,563 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 144,709 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 139,548 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 134,211 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 129,036 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 120,697 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 110,428 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 99,451 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 87,460 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 76,299 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 76,299 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 59,445 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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LR03 CDV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LR03 CDV, 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 LR03 CDV registered?

LR03 CDV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is LR03 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 CDV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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