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LS03 BFV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

151,965 mi
Last recorded151,965 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 BFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 151,965 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 141,813 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 134,475 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 128,079 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 121,635 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 113,838 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 113,838 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 109,833 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 105,877 miles

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

both rear tyresare worn low on inner edges

Pass 15 Jun 2009 97,329 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 91,642 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 87,690 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 78,235 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 BFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 LS03 BFV, 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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How do I check the history of LS03 BFV?

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What year was LS03 BFV registered?

LS03 BFV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is LS03 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 BFV 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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