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LR53 CFE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,484 mi
Last recorded106,484 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 CFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 106,484 miles

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 106,048 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 105,015 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2019 105,015 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 103,111 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Fail 14 Feb 2018 103,111 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Feb 2017 94,272 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 81,532 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 77,015 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 71,189 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 66,179 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 62,546 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 57,590 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 50,403 miles

indicator switch in poor condition

Pass 10 Jul 2009 40,957 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 31,652 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 24,414 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 17,394 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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LR53 CFE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LR53 CFE, 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 LR53 CFE registered?

LR53 CFE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LR53 CFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 CFE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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