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LR03 CJY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

237,249 mi
Last recorded237,249 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 CJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2012 237,249 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 237,249 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 139,519 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 131,366 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 109,350 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 94,012 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 11 Jun 2007 78,730 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 66,869 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 CJY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CJY, 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 CJY registered?

LR03 CJY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is LR03 CJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 CJY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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