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LR53 LFT

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,909 mi
Last recorded108,909 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 LFT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 108,909 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 94,206 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 79,786 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 65,368 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2012 65,368 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 57,752 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 57,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 51,808 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 44,807 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 37,609 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 30,125 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 21,835 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 LFT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LFT, 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 LFT registered?

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

Is LR53 LFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 LFT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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