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LR53 VXU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,159 mi
Last recorded133,159 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 133,159 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 128,236 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 123,330 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 114,676 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 105,392 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 98,495 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 95,200 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 91,812 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 86,157 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 77,007 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 64,441 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 51,354 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2006 51,354 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 VXU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VXU, 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 VXU registered?

LR53 VXU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is LR53 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 VXU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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