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KR53 JWU

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

72,298 mi
Last recorded72,298 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2019 72,298 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 71,684 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 70,962 miles

Nearside Front tyre under inflated and has nail in tread

front brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2016 70,245 miles

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2015 69,890 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 68,771 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 67,641 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 67,641 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 66,340 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

nearside front tyre has heavy wear to outer edge

Pass 28 Nov 2011 65,115 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 63,864 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 63,864 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 57,478 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 49,498 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 42,570 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2007 42,570 miles

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

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

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 JWU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 JWU, 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 KR53 JWU?

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What year was KR53 JWU registered?

KR53 JWU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is KR53 JWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 JWU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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