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LR52 SUU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

113,316 mi
Last recorded113,316 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 SUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 113,316 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 Nov 2019 113,316 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Nov 2018 106,962 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2018 106,962 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened broken (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 96,276 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 80,424 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 72,080 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 68,962 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 68,962 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 65,693 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 65,693 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 63,074 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 63,074 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 60,010 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 57,258 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 53,954 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 50,128 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 50,128 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 37,970 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 25,541 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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LR52 SUU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LR52 SUU, 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 LR52 SUU?

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What year was LR52 SUU registered?

LR52 SUU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is LR52 SUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 SUU shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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