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KN53 LYX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

136,328 mi
Last recorded136,328 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 LYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 136,328 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both head lamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror loose ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Dec 2018 136,322 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective both head lamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror loose ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated hose perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2017 119,374 miles

rear no plate starting to deface

Fail 29 Dec 2017 119,374 miles

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

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

rear no plate starting to deface

Pass 30 Dec 2016 100,829 miles

front discs lipped

rear plate starting to deface

Pass 22 Dec 2015 81,393 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 81,393 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 63,884 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 58,948 miles

225/45/17 FRONT TYRES WORN UNEVENLY

REAR TYRES DETERIORATED

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 55,169 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 52,695 miles

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall has some slight damage.

Pass 31 Jan 2011 50,280 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 50,280 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 48,445 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 45,668 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 37,969 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 29,139 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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KN53 LYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KN53 LYX, 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.

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What year was KN53 LYX registered?

KN53 LYX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 November 2003.

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The MOT history for KN53 LYX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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