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CX53 KVH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

67,432 mi
Last recorded67,432 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 KVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 67,432 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 65,952 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 64,416 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 61,904 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 60,506 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 58,497 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 57,827 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 55,584 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 55,584 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 54,294 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 53,052 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 50,009 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 47,953 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 44,501 miles

Middle exhaust section support broken still adequately supported

Pass 23 Aug 2012 40,570 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 16 Sep 2011 37,282 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 33,718 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 24,865 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 13,104 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 15,758 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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CX53 KVH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 CX53 KVH, 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

How do I check the history of CX53 KVH?

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What year was CX53 KVH registered?

CX53 KVH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is CX53 KVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 KVH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX53 KVH have outstanding finance?

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