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LS03 AYV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

238,063 mi
Last recorded238,063 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 AYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 238,063 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 237,777 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 216,597 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 197,274 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 177,618 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 160,093 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 136,107 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 111,967 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 106,236 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 91,556 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 91,556 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 80,200 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 72,959 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 64,962 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 61,918 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 45,749 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 45,749 miles

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

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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LS03 AYV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LS03 AYV, 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

How do I check the history of LS03 AYV?

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What year was LS03 AYV registered?

LS03 AYV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is LS03 AYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 AYV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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