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KE53 JCX

2003 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,431 mi
Last recorded160,431 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 22098,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 JCX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 160,431 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 160,418 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both front head lamp have after market hid kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks head lamp wires (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2m (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2m (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive large amount of oil on under tray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine and under tray fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2019 145,219 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 128,125 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 128,125 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 57% (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 114,849 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 101,449 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 101,442 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 89,832 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 79,117 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

non repairable nail in the nearside rear tyre

Fail 19 Apr 2014 79,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

non repairable nail in the nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Mar 2013 66,004 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 61,247 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

runs to clean to test emissions

Pass 20 Apr 2011 59,148 miles

signs of diesel leak around engine bay

Pass 8 Apr 2010 57,251 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 55,161 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 55,161 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 52,862 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 50,730 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 44,644 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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KE53 JCX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 98,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KE53 JCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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KE53 JCX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 23 October 2003.

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