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LS53 AUP

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2013
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

173,015 mi
Last recorded173,015 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 AUP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2012 173,015 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 152,518 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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 28 Jan 2012 152,518 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 29 Jul 2011 131,466 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 109,419 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2011 108,998 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 87,976 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 67,897 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 64,938 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 51,900 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)

Fail 18 Oct 2008 51,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

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

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 20 Sep 2007 43,513 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front number plate cracked but still readable from recommended distance

Pass 20 Sep 2006 30,884 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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LS53 AUP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LS53 AUP, 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 LS53 AUP registered?

LS53 AUP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LS53 AUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS53 AUP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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