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LR03 PFY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,886 mi
Last recorded115,886 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 PFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 115,886 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 114,122 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2018 114,122 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Front (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 110,313 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 106,923 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 102,610 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 99,895 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 99,807 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 92,534 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 80,205 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 68,208 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 67,921 miles

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 52,610 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 52,605 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2007 41,000 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 24 Mar 2006 28,475 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 PFY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PFY, 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

How do I check the history of LR03 PFY?

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What year was LR03 PFY registered?

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

Is LR03 PFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 PFY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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