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KS52 JXO

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

111,710 mi
Last recorded111,710 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 JXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 111,710 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside are 3mm & 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Dec 2024 106,238 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 102,038 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 96,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 91,307 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 87,147 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 81,459 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 70,365 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 53,336 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 50,812 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2017 50,812 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 49,417 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 46,689 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Jan 2015 46,689 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2014 44,347 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 40,344 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 35,246 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 32,292 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 27,281 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 22,181 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 20,705 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 19,481 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 17,740 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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KS52 JXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 KS52 JXO, 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 KS52 JXO?

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What year was KS52 JXO registered?

KS52 JXO is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is KS52 JXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 JXO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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