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KS52 RKJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

80,924 mi
Last recorded80,924 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 RKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 80,924 miles

rear subframe and all suspension arms corroded

Fail 1 Aug 2025 80,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt central (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

rear subframe and all suspension arms corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2024 70,544 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2024 70,544 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2023 49,626 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays and sill covers fitted, obscuring view from components

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 27 May 2022 37,910 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 37,542 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 37,349 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 36,490 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 35,298 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 34,206 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 33,283 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 32,065 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 31,223 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 29,634 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 26,310 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

no check spare due to load

Pass 4 Mar 2010 24,634 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 22,959 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 21,719 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 19,130 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 15,971 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 RKJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RKJ, 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 RKJ?

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What year was KS52 RKJ registered?

KS52 RKJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 January 2003.

Is KS52 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 RKJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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