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KR53 CDE

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,528 mi
Last recorded128,528 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 CDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 128,528 miles

Offside Rear noise from brake

Fail 13 Jun 2016 128,525 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing stalk trapped under seat (5.1.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear noise from brake

Pass 1 Jun 2015 122,879 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 122,879 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2014 114,293 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 104,818 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2012 97,811 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 38,205 miles

o/s front brake binding slightly

Pass 22 May 2010 76,849 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 76,849 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 May 2009 66,293 miles

Front Lower Link Bushes Perished

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 28 May 2009 66,293 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Front Lower Link Bushes Perished

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 21 May 2008 53,841 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 47,783 miles

MODERATE DETERIORATION TO FRONT NUMBER PLATE

O/S/F TYRE WEARING CLOSE TO MANUFACTURERS WEAR MARKERS

Pass 30 Nov 2006 44,142 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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KR53 CDE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KR53 CDE, 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 KR53 CDE registered?

KR53 CDE is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is KR53 CDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 CDE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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