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KP53 YXG

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

105,173 mi
Last recorded105,173 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 YXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 105,173 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 96,322 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 89,812 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 84,291 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 79,257 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 73,852 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 69,906 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 64,668 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 58,546 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 56,663 miles

airbag light on

Fail 10 Nov 2012 56,663 miles

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

airbag light on

Pass 17 Sep 2011 538,377 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 50,913 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 47,894 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 44,831 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 41,609 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 18,338 miles

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

advise both rear tyres wearing on edges

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 YXG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YXG, 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 KP53 YXG registered?

KP53 YXG is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is KP53 YXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 YXG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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