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LS03 BNJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

189,081 mi
Last recorded189,081 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 BNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2015 189,081 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 186,689 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 186,689 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 May 2012 180,840 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 May 2012 180,838 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 173,739 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 161,684 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 153,780 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 150,174 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 28,576 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 28,576 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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 BNJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 LS03 BNJ, 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 LS03 BNJ registered?

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

Is LS03 BNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 BNJ shows 11 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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