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Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LR03 CFZMOT history

LR03 CFZ is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2024.

LR03 CFZ grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2025
Mileage
106,678 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,993 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 CFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 CFZ was last recorded at 106,678 miles on 11 Jul 2024, 2,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,708 miles · 13 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2,970 miles
Average per year
3,993 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 106,678 miles
  • 2023 – 103,708 miles
  • 2022 – 103,697 miles
  • 2021 – 100,869 miles
  • 2020 – 100,415 miles
  • 2019 – 99,335 miles
  • 2018 – 98,275 miles
  • 2017 – 96,835 miles
  • 2016 – 92,390 miles
  • 2015 – 87,483 miles
  • 2014 – 83,869 miles
  • 2013 – 79,896 miles
  • 2012 – 76,290 miles
  • 2011 – 72,115 miles
  • 2010 – 66,989 miles
  • 2009 – 59,131 miles
  • 2008 – 49,884 miles
  • 2007 – 44,738 miles
  • 2006 – 33,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,678 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive diesel tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,678 miles (+2,970)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    106,678 miles
    Test number
    969209144107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,708 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    103,708 miles
    Test number
    507308589906
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive diesel tank (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail103,705 miles (+8)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,705 miles
    Test number
    793344049441
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive diesel tank (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,697 miles (+2,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,697 miles
    Test number
    192300341351
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (both sides) (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass100,869 miles (+454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,869 miles
    Test number
    332374897565
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) fronts

  6. Pass100,415 miles (+1,080)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,415 miles
    Test number
    578625145830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,335 miles (+1,060)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,335 miles
    Test number
    265802859245
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner rack joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass98,275 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,275 miles
    Test number
    807627181512
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  9. Fail98,274 miles (+1,439)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,274 miles
    Test number
    979913254384
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  10. Pass96,835 miles (+4,445)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,835 miles
    Test number
    321272667174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rack end has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear oil leak

  11. Pass92,390 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,390 miles
    Test number
    672193155922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail92,390 miles (+4,907)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,390 miles
    Test number
    371484455810
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass87,483 miles (+3,614)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,483 miles
    Test number
    929608975036
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass83,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    83,869 miles
    Test number
    929884174088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,869 miles (+3,973)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,869 miles
    Test number
    889973674045
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil

  16. Fail79,896 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,896 miles
    Test number
    608651083047
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass79,896 miles (+3,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    79,896 miles
    Test number
    635301883072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass76,290 miles (+4,175)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    76,290 miles
    Test number
    317653082023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,115 miles (+5,126)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    72,115 miles
    Test number
    399514981078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,989 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    66,989 miles
    Test number
    391201480077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail66,987 miles (+7,856)1 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,987 miles
    Test number
    332807070035
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Note1, Wipers only just effective at clearing the screen. 2, Spare tyre flat. 3, O/S/F suspension torque arm balljoint rubber boot split. 4, Front tyres starting to crack along the circumference of the tread blocks.

  22. Pass59,131 miles (+9,247)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,131 miles
    Test number
    190421879445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,884 miles (+5,146)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    49,884 miles
    Test number
    822854478093
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass44,738 miles (+11,406)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,738 miles
    Test number
    103915877403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,332 miles
    Test number
    580218656010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 CFZ

Does LR03 CFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 CFZ expired on 12 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 CFZ?
The MOT on LR03 CFZ expired on 12 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 CFZ done?
LR03 CFZ was recorded at 106,678 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2024, an average of 3,993 miles a year.
Has LR03 CFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 CFZ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LR03 CFZ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 CFZ find?
LR03 CFZ passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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