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LR53 LGK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,692 mi
Last recorded35,692 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 LGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2026 35,692 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2025 34,926 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 34,258 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 33,400 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 31,362 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 29,621 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 28,567 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 27,726 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 26,448 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 25,010 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 24,331 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 23,388 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 22,467 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 21,878 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 20,907 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 18,504 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 16,452 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 14,364 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 13,031 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 10,584 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 8,823 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 LGK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LGK, 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 LGK registered?

LR53 LGK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is LR53 LGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 LGK shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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