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LR03 PHJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

119,738 mi
Last recorded119,738 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR03 PHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 119,738 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

When signal right self cancels after few seconds

Fail 9 Jul 2018 119,738 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

When signal right self cancels after few seconds

Pass 11 May 2017 97,649 miles

REAR FLEXI BRAKE HOSES ARE STRATING TO PERISH

SLIGHT PLAY IN REAR ROLL BAR BUSHES

Pass 20 May 2016 97,555 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 97,540 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 91,460 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jul 2015 91,358 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2014 81,045 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 70,752 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2012 65,574 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 59,497 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)

both front brake discs worn

Pass 13 Mar 2010 54,288 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 47,825 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 34,879 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 28,172 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 28,172 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Mar 2006 19,391 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)

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 PHJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PHJ, 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 PHJ registered?

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

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