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KG53 UCT

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,484 mi
Last recorded93,484 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG53 UCT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 93,484 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2026 93,480 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2025 90,119 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 90,119 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Road wheel fixing missing both rear wheels (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 88,579 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 84,075 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 81,602 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 77,881 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 76,102 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2020 76,101 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 74,781 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 70,205 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 66,304 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 66,304 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour 581 (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working 382 (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour 581 (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 62,148 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 62,148 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 57,966 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 57,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15/91h (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 53,885 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 53,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 49,820 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Nov 2012 45,782 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

rear brake pads to be checked

Pass 29 Nov 2011 42,026 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 37,841 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 34,547 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 29,438 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 24,345 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2006 19,533 miles

Nearside front wing damaged prior to any works carried out by bewley motors.

Slight oil leak/seep from automatic transmission

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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KG53 UCT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 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 KG53 UCT, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KG53 UCT registered?

KG53 UCT is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is KG53 UCT safe to buy?

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