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A21 KSM

1997 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

87,464 mi
Last recorded87,464 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz C110,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 KSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 87,464 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 87,387 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 87,057 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 87,057 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 85,499 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 82,251 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 78,951 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 74,164 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both side (1.4.A.2f)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both side (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 72,853 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 72,181 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 71,622 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 69,741 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 67,626 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 65,995 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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A21 KSM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 110,952 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 A21 KSM, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A21 KSM registered?

A21 KSM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is A21 KSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 KSM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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