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LS03 NXM

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

145,827 mi
Last recorded145,827 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 145,827 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 139,676 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 133,515 miles

Brake pedal soft

headlamps clouded lens

Pass 3 Aug 2016 127,811 miles

headlamps deteriorated

Fail 3 Aug 2016 127,811 miles

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

headlamps deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2015 121,188 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 112,681 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 105,478 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 98,453 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 88,600 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 88,600 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 80,385 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 80,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 67,960 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 56,294 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 43,994 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 32,845 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 NXM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NXM, 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 NXM registered?

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

Is LS03 NXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 NXM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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