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EN53 KYF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,072 mi
Last recorded136,072 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 KYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 136,072 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 136,056 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 133,943 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 133,941 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2019 124,995 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 115,076 miles

Central Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2017 112,134 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 104,937 miles

Rear coil springs corroded

right front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Feb 2015 96,749 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 86,944 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 86,944 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2013 80,156 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 73,458 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 64,658 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 54,478 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 54,478 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 45,600 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 16 Jan 2009 45,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 38,862 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 31,795 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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EN53 KYF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EN53 KYF, 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 EN53 KYF registered?

EN53 KYF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is EN53 KYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 KYF shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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