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LR53 SVF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

122,306 mi
Last recorded122,306 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 SVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 122,306 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 120,581 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 119,186 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 116,054 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 112,736 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 112,700 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 109,090 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 105,316 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2016 105,316 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 96,961 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 87,168 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 87,168 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 79,037 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 73,699 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 73,699 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 68,776 miles

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)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 60,930 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 60,930 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 57,145 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 57,145 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 83,436 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 49,265 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 SVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SVF, 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 SVF registered?

LR53 SVF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is LR53 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 SVF shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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