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KH53 WPA

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,089 mi
Last recorded89,089 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH53 WPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 89,089 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 87,922 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 87,922 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 84,551 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 82,849 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 80,671 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 80,671 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 78,722 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 72,386 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 65,711 miles

nearsdie front tyre deteriorated

Pass 9 Dec 2009 59,483 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2009 59,481 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 51,445 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 44,887 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 38,253 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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KH53 WPA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KH53 WPA, 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 KH53 WPA registered?

KH53 WPA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is KH53 WPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH53 WPA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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