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KE53 FYG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,290 mi
Last recorded80,290 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2010
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 FYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2010 80,290 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 73,661 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 58,470 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 47,962 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 38,599 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 38,545 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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KE53 FYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 KE53 FYG, 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

How do I check the history of KE53 FYG?

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What year was KE53 FYG registered?

KE53 FYG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is KE53 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE53 FYG shows 6 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.

Does KE53 FYG have outstanding finance?

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