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LR03 CLX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

89,799 mi
Last recorded89,799 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 89,799 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2022 89,799 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 86,752 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 86,752 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 85,512 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 85,512 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 80,950 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2019 80,950 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 76,004 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 73,870 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 73,047 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 72,009 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 69,634 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 67,566 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 65,913 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 64,414 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 61,522 miles

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)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 59,409 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 56,933 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 54,732 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 52,064 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 CLX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 CLX, 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 CLX registered?

LR03 CLX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is LR03 CLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 CLX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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