MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
130,676 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
Front Brake hose slightly chafed Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Both nearside front and offside rear (4.2.A.1a)
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both sides (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both sides (2.4.G.2)
Front Brake hose slightly chafed Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)
Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Both nearside front and offside rear (4.2.A.1a)
Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Both front lower inner (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Both front lower inner (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nail in offside rear tyre
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LR53 SFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.
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 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 SFK, 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 SFK registered?
LR53 SFK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 October 2003.
Is LR53 SFK safe to buy?
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