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LS03 BFN

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

186,199 mi
Last recorded186,199 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 BFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2019 186,199 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Hole in back box (6.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 179,260 miles

cuts in front tyre tread

rear brake pipes very rusty

rear chassis rusty

Pass 29 Dec 2016 171,840 miles

brake pads wearing low

rear suspension arms and brake pipes rusty

suspension arm bushers deteriorating

Pass 6 Jan 2016 164,388 miles

brake pipes rusty

general corrosion

suspension bushers deteriorated

Fail 6 Jan 2016 164,388 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

brake pipes rusty

general corrosion

suspension bushers deteriorated

Pass 16 Jan 2015 158,035 miles

brake pipes rusty

play in o/s ball joint

rear tyres wearing low and cracking

Pass 30 Dec 2013 155,703 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 151,209 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 147,719 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 139,045 miles

SRS WARNING ON DASH

Pass 2 Jan 2010 125,912 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 108,242 miles

Brake pedal anti slip rubber wearing on edge.

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 84,798 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear number plate backing starting to come away

Pass 27 Nov 2006 68,419 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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LS03 BFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LS03 BFN, 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 LS03 BFN registered?

LS03 BFN is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 April 2003.

Is LS03 BFN safe to buy?

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