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KM53 EDR

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

63,168 mi
Last recorded63,168 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM53 EDR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 63,168 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 60,684 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 60,655 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 60,655 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 59,744 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 56,177 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 53,796 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 52,708 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 51,898 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2019 51,898 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 May 2018 49,433 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 49,433 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 48,598 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Jun 2017 48,598 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 45,963 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 44,756 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 44,756 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 43,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 43,331 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 40,882 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 40,882 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 38,255 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,214 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 31,897 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 30,463 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 28,307 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 28,307 miles

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

Fail 31 Dec 2007 28,298 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 27,436 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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KM53 EDR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KM53 EDR, 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 KM53 EDR registered?

KM53 EDR is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is KM53 EDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM53 EDR shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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