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LS52 YRO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

46,792 mi
Last recorded46,792 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS52 YRO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 46,792 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 45,355 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 45,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 42,942 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 40,922 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 38,589 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 38,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 36,837 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 35,300 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 35,300 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall many splits (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2019 32,885 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 31,020 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 27,581 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 27,581 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 24,171 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2016 24,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 21,949 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 18,998 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 16,914 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 15,924 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 14,650 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 13,861 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 12,570 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 11,443 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 10,001 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 7,867 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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LS52 YRO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 LS52 YRO, 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 LS52 YRO?

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What year was LS52 YRO registered?

LS52 YRO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is LS52 YRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS52 YRO shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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