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LS03 TPY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,554 mi
Last recorded72,554 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 72,554 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 70,372 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 65,682 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 61,420 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 58,567 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres slightly low on outer tread

Pass 12 Apr 2013 53,619 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 48,124 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside rear tyre worn to 2mm on outer edge

Offside rear tyre 3mm in centre

Pass 21 Apr 2011 44,320 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 40,310 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 33,514 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 33,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 30,560 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 27,217 miles

full underbody trays fitted

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 TPY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 TPY, 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 TPY registered?

LS03 TPY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is LS03 TPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 TPY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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