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KS52 NSF

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

141,420 mi
Last recorded141,420 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 NSF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 141,420 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 141,402 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 132,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Dec 2022 132,578 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 123,280 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4x (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Dec 2021 123,280 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4x (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 113,040 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 106,683 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 99,408 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 99,407 miles

Rear Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 88,130 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 77,788 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 77,557 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

large under trays fitted

Fail 28 Oct 2016 77,557 miles

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

large under trays fitted

nearside front tyre205-55-16w low pressure and split

Pass 2 Nov 2015 72,085 miles

large under trays fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2014 66,713 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre (205 55 16w) split

off side rear brake pads thin unable to fully asess with wheels fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2013 61,887 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 39,520 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 39,520 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 NSF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NSF, 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 KS52 NSF registered?

KS52 NSF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is KS52 NSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 NSF shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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