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LS53 OZE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

101,386 mi
Last recorded101,386 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 101,386 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2018 101,288 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 93,501 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint forward joint worn,close to limit (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside mirror could be more secure

Fail 14 Feb 2018 93,501 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint forward joint worn,close to limit (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside mirror could be more secure

Pass 1 Mar 2017 81,589 miles

Oil leak ()

eml on`

Fail 1 Mar 2017 81,589 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

eml on`

Pass 10 Feb 2016 69,531 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides lipped (3.5.1i)

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

both front tyres perished and cracking

Pass 5 Mar 2015 60,438 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

off side rear tyre cracking in the treads

Pass 20 Feb 2014 54,210 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 54,210 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 52,027 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 49,157 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 45,543 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 42,413 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 34,616 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 30,629 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 23,552 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 OZE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OZE, 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 LS53 OZE registered?

LS53 OZE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is LS53 OZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS53 OZE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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