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LS03 NXL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,008 mi
Last recorded131,008 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 NXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2014 131,008 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 131,008 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

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

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 120,208 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 120,208 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2011 107,319 miles

both front wheel bearings slight play

Pass 24 Jun 2010 94,867 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 80,075 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 12 Jul 2008 67,410 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 67,407 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s front tyre near wear limit

Pass 25 Jul 2007 62,255 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 55,113 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 53,147 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 NXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NXL, 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 NXL registered?

LS03 NXL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2003.

Is LS03 NXL safe to buy?

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