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DU53 KPZ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

141,860 mi
Last recorded141,860 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 KPZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 141,860 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 115,134 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 96,112 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 82,394 miles

fault on handbrake wiring circuit

Fail 9 Sep 2011 82,394 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

fault on handbrake wiring circuit

Pass 16 Sep 2010 70,744 miles

Headlight deflectors fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 60,360 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

general corrosion to suspension components

n/s/f jacking point rubber missing

Pass 29 Jul 2008 48,324 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 39,850 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 29,658 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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DU53 KPZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DU53 KPZ, 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

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What year was DU53 KPZ registered?

DU53 KPZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is DU53 KPZ safe to buy?

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