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KC53 WVV

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

111,744 mi
Last recorded111,744 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC53 WVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 111,744 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 109,367 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 104,597 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 103,016 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 99,957 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 95,545 miles

Rear exhaust shield broken

Fail 15 Oct 2018 95,545 miles

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

Rear exhaust shield broken

Pass 19 Oct 2017 93,428 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 89,588 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 89,588 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 87,337 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 83,429 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 78,726 miles

o/s/rear tyre shows signs of ageing

Pass 19 Jul 2012 75,689 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 73,660 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 71,055 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 62,363 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 62,363 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 56,878 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 49,991 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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KC53 WVV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KC53 WVV, 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 KC53 WVV registered?

KC53 WVV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is KC53 WVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC53 WVV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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