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KM53 KMX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,167 mi
Last recorded107,167 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM53 KMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 107,167 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2023 107,167 miles

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

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

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 104,900 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust emissions are high after second run and MIL stays on

Exhaust mounting defective one is perished and split and one if off at rear (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both are tarnished/faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Indicator switch faulty does not stay on (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washers are partly blocked

Pass 19 Nov 2021 99,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 99,827 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 91,838 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 91,838 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2019 85,551 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 85,551 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2017 83,139 miles

eml light on

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2016 82,375 miles

EML on

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

covers & trays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2015 81,949 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

mil on

Pass 8 Jul 2014 81,376 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 80,440 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 80,404 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 72,955 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 67,986 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 62,662 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 59,631 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 47,755 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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 KMX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KM53 KMX, 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 KMX registered?

KM53 KMX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2003.

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