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FD52 KZK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

291,813 mi
Last recorded291,813 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 KZK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2014 291,813 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 289,354 miles

rear suspension dry/rusty (requires underseal)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 289,354 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear suspension dry/rusty (requires underseal)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 283,298 miles

Coolant leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2011 257,290 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 232,552 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 232,552 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 210,818 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 175,423 miles

rear number plate slightl detriorating

Pass 28 Sep 2007 139,308 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 105,425 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 85,309 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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FD52 KZK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FD52 KZK, 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.

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What year was FD52 KZK registered?

FD52 KZK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is FD52 KZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 KZK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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