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LR03 TFX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,780 mi
Last recorded131,780 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 131,780 miles

all brake discs slightly rusty

Fail 16 Jan 2018 131,780 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

all brake discs slightly rusty

Pass 24 May 2016 127,063 miles

offside rear tyre walls cracking

Fail 24 May 2016 127,062 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

offside rear tyre walls cracking

Pass 27 May 2015 123,202 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 May 2015 123,202 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 120,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 120,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 117,863 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 112,120 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 104,001 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 95,215 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 82,572 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 68,408 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 54,043 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)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 42,749 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 TFX 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 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 TFX, 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 TFX registered?

LR03 TFX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is LR03 TFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 TFX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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