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LR03 PJV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

227,176 mi
Last recorded227,176 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 227,176 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 224,367 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 224,331 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 212,400 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 209,870 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 2 Apr 2013 205,269 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 198,756 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 187,424 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 187,259 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 176,194 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 176,081 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 161,016 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 28 Mar 2008 139,237 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 112,283 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 Mar 2006 82,479 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 82,479 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 PJV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PJV, 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 PJV registered?

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

Is LR03 PJV safe to buy?

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