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LR03 VRP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

155,998 mi
Last recorded155,998 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 155,998 miles

Rear brake pad pins poss not fully in position

mid exhaust clamp deteriorating

rear brake hoses slightly perishing

rear suspension components corroding

Fail 23 Jun 2016 155,998 miles

Rear brake pad pins poss not fully in position

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

mid exhaust clamp deteriorating

rear brake hoses slightly perishing

rear suspension components corroding

Pass 26 May 2015 150,022 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 136,973 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 125,552 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 110,807 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 92,775 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 80,281 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 74,857 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 67,145 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 27 Mar 2007 60,354 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 51,843 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 VRP 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 91.7%.

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 VRP, 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 VRP registered?

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

Is LR03 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR03 VRP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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