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LR03 PFX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,157 mi
Last recorded130,157 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 130,157 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 122,587 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 113,312 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 101,706 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

unable to check n/s/r outer seat belt due to child seat being fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2011 101,706 miles

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

unable to check n/s/r outer seat belt due to child seat being fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2010 87,387 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 40,583 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 40,583 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 58,168 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 37,089 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 29,851 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 27,976 miles

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

rear number plate starting to de-laminate

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 PFX 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 83.3%.

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 LR03 PFX, 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 PFX registered?

LR03 PFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is LR03 PFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 PFX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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