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LS03 FXM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

50,161 mi
Last recorded50,161 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 50,161 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 48,244 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 46,848 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 2 May 2024 46,844 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 46,198 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 44,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 36,541 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 34,581 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 26,237 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 26,235 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 21 Aug 2018 26,123 miles

slight deterioration on n/s o/s door mirrors slight deterioration on n/s o/s door mirror glasses.

Pass 15 Jun 2017 24,077 miles

cracking on all outer tyre walls

Pass 10 May 2016 22,751 miles

Outer Cracking on front tyre walls

Outer Cracking on rear tyre walls

Fail 10 May 2016 22,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Outer Cracking on front tyre walls

Outer Cracking on rear tyre walls

Pass 14 May 2015 22,213 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 20,858 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2014 20,858 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 18,968 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2012 18,434 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2011 17,174 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 15,961 miles

gearbox oil leak

n/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 23 Apr 2009 13,887 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 12,377 miles

automatic gearbox oil leak

slight damage rear number plate

Pass 2 May 2007 10,349 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 8,158 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 FXM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FXM, 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 FXM registered?

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

Is LS03 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 FXM shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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