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KP53 ETY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

76,449 mi
Last recorded76,449 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 ETY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 76,449 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 76,447 miles

Offside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 76,399 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 74,545 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 69,920 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 67,036 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 63,734 miles

eml on

Pass 31 Dec 2014 60,805 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 31 Dec 2014 60,805 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

eml on

Pass 14 Jul 2014 58,435 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 52,903 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 48,068 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 45,535 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 42,309 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 42,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 39,118 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,607 miles

nearside rear tyre slight wear to outer edges

Fail 22 Jul 2008 36,607 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre slight wear to outer edges

Pass 24 Jul 2007 32,089 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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KP53 ETY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KP53 ETY, 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

How do I check the history of KP53 ETY?

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What year was KP53 ETY registered?

KP53 ETY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is KP53 ETY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 ETY shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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