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LR53 OJJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

260,364 mi
Last recorded260,364 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 OJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2015 260,364 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 246,950 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear shockabsorbers soft!

Pass 29 Oct 2013 224,245 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

crack in windscreen above swept area

offside and nearside rear shock absorbers reduced damping effect. recommend early renewal

Fail 29 Oct 2013 224,243 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

crack in windscreen above swept area

offside and nearside rear shock absorbers reduced damping effect. recommend early renewal

Pass 26 Oct 2012 200,000 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

please note,engine not reving to full potential when throttle pedal is fully depressed.recomend early diagnosis and rectification

Fail 26 Oct 2012 199,999 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Oct 2011 176,018 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 176,018 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 140,544 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 118,469 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 May 2009 118,463 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2008 94,529 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 1 May 2008 94,529 miles

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

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 69,438 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 OJJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 LR53 OJJ, 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.

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What year was LR53 OJJ registered?

LR53 OJJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is LR53 OJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 OJJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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