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LS03 XHL

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,801 mi
Last recorded75,801 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 75,801 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Sep 2013 75,801 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2012 52,420 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre getting low on outer edge.

n/s/r tyre getting low.

Pass 17 Jun 2011 43,095 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 40,375 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 XHL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XHL, 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

How do I check the history of LS03 XHL?

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What year was LS03 XHL registered?

LS03 XHL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is LS03 XHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 XHL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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