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KC52 XVH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,588 mi
Last recorded160,588 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC52 XVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2014 160,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 151,036 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 133,489 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 119,713 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 119,508 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 101,458 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 88,920 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 72,057 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 72,031 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 60,127 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 60,127 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 44,830 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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KC52 XVH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KC52 XVH, 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 KC52 XVH registered?

KC52 XVH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is KC52 XVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC52 XVH shows 12 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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