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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LR03 CGUMOT history

LR03 CGU is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 178,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2023.

LR03 CGU blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2023
Mileage
178,149 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 CGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR03 CGU was last recorded at 178,149 miles on 27 Oct 2023, 4,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,528 miles · 25 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,621 miles
Average per year
8,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 178,149 miles
  • 2022 – 173,528 miles
  • 2021 – 169,327 miles
  • 2020 – 164,764 miles
  • 2019 – 158,405 miles
  • 2018 – 153,581 miles
  • 2017 – 149,193 miles
  • 2016 – 140,644 miles
  • 2015 – 132,741 miles
  • 2014 – 125,652 miles
  • 2013 – 118,350 miles
  • 2012 – 110,673 miles
  • 2011 – 98,084 miles
  • 2010 – 85,832 miles
  • 2009 – 73,341 miles
  • 2008 – 63,347 miles
  • 2007 – 44,345 miles
  • 2006 – 30,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail178,149 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner arch and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryLight corrosion to multiple areas of underside of vehicle
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By indicator operation (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By indicator operation (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch and sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail178,149 miles (+4,621)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,149 miles
    Test number
    444599670206
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner arch and inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to multiple areas of underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By indicator operation (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp By indicator operation (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch and sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass173,528 miles (+4,201)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    173,528 miles
    Test number
    835657531692
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass169,327 miles (+4,563)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    169,327 miles
    Test number
    231091667427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass164,764 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    164,764 miles
    Test number
    802838730265
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components corroded

  5. Fail164,764 miles (+6,359)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,764 miles
    Test number
    275902799729
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components corroded

  6. Pass158,405 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    158,405 miles
    Test number
    625053316746
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rubber bush worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rubber bush worn

  7. Fail158,405 miles (+4,824)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,405 miles
    Test number
    728040134245
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rubber bush worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rubber bush worn

  8. Pass153,581 miles (+4,388)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    153,581 miles
    Test number
    485784278836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass149,193 miles (+8,549)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    149,193 miles
    Test number
    113451075641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass140,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    140,644 miles
    Test number
    668154951858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    798155525120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail132,741 miles (+7,089)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,741 miles
    Test number
    826421425154
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass125,652 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    125,652 miles
    Test number
    525028424192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,623 miles (+7,273)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,623 miles
    Test number
    435387124166
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass118,350 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    118,350 miles
    Test number
    649036113153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail118,350 miles (+7,677)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,350 miles
    Test number
    548757403104
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass110,673 miles (+19)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    110,673 miles
    Test number
    355674212175
    • NoteScratch on front windscreen on near side front

  18. Fail110,654 miles (+12,570)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,654 miles
    Test number
    625199902166
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteScratch on front windscreen on near side front

  19. Pass98,084 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    98,084 miles
    Test number
    328198811159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail98,045 miles (+12,213)1 dangerous12 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,045 miles
    Test number
    276539001432
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Pass85,832 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    85,832 miles
    Test number
    523283100109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  22. Fail85,832 miles (+12,491)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,832 miles
    Test number
    620493600105
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  23. Pass73,341 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,341 miles
    Test number
    170865809141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre on side wall
    • NotePlastic side skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of sills
    • NoteRear number plate loose

  24. Fail73,341 miles (+9,994)1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,341 miles
    Test number
    683995209133
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre on side wall
    • NotePlastic side skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of sills
    • NoteRear number plate loose

  25. Pass63,347 miles (+19,002)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    63,347 miles
    Test number
    272408508145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,345 miles
    Test number
    193401277480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail44,345 miles (+89)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,345 miles
    Test number
    394148667077
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers and under body guards fitted tested as presented
    • NoteFront suspension both sides minor play

  28. Pass44,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    44,256 miles
    Test number
    113096237462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail44,256 miles (+13,917)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,256 miles
    Test number
    104993737410
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass30,339 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,339 miles
    Test number
    442605956090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR03 CGU

Does LR03 CGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 CGU expired on 4 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 CGU?
The MOT on LR03 CGU expired on 4 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 CGU done?
LR03 CGU was recorded at 178,149 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2023, an average of 8,365 miles a year.
Has LR03 CGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 CGU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LR03 CGU 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 CGU find?
LR03 CGU failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2023 with 5 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch and inner sill, and 10 more.

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