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LR03 FRJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,391 mi
Last recorded151,391 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 151,391 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 151,389 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 143,881 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2013 131,559 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 121,475 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 121,475 miles

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2011 114,651 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 107,781 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 102,398 miles

Slight corrosion on front and rear brake pipes

Fail 2 Jun 2009 102,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Slight corrosion on front and rear brake pipes

Pass 19 May 2008 94,906 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 76,781 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 FRJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FRJ, 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.

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What year was LR03 FRJ registered?

LR03 FRJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is LR03 FRJ safe to buy?

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