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KR53 GZY

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,381 mi
Last recorded98,381 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 98,381 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 93,495 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 86,559 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement most forward arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 78,392 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 72,200 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 62,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 62,745 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 57,316 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 53,966 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 50,645 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 46,927 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 42,715 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 38,952 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 34,439 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 GZY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GZY, 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 KR53 GZY registered?

KR53 GZY is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is KR53 GZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 GZY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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