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KR53 DCX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,744 mi
Last recorded84,744 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 DCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2011 84,744 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 46,389 miles

headlamp aims just within set limts, exhaust very rusty in places.

Pass 8 Aug 2008 50,396 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 50,396 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 37,219 miles

nearside rear tyre on limit

offside rear tyre near limit

Pass 7 Sep 2006 26,243 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 DCX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DCX, 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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How do I check the history of KR53 DCX?

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What year was KR53 DCX registered?

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

Is KR53 DCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 DCX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR53 DCX have outstanding finance?

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