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LS03 ETA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

144,703 mi
Last recorded144,703 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 144,703 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 128,648 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2021 128,648 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 May 2020 118,649 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 104,720 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 91,456 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 65,641 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 40,346 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 29,802 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 26,837 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 25,737 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 23,820 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 22,153 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 20,421 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 18,302 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 16,602 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 14,710 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 11,330 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 ETA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ETA, 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 ETA registered?

LS03 ETA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is LS03 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 ETA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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