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KS52 NSK

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

117,006 mi
Last recorded117,006 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 117,006 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 111,316 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine cover fitted and under tray fitted

hand brake just passed need further attenstion

n/s o/s rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 19 May 2016 104,981 miles

engine cover fitted and under tray fitted

Pass 20 May 2015 99,275 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 92,454 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s rear brake pipe cover with grease

Pass 17 Jun 2013 87,156 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 May 2012 80,154 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 80,065 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2011 73,756 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 66,857 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 60,324 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 60,244 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 May 2008 52,893 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2007 42,488 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 29,621 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 29,621 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

rear number plate discoloured

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 NSK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel 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 KS52 NSK, 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 NSK registered?

KS52 NSK is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is KS52 NSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 NSK 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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