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KS52 YAJ

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

113,727 mi
Last recorded113,727 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 YAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 113,727 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2025 113,727 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 106,541 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 102,473 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 102,473 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 99,500 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 96,954 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2021 96,954 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 94,401 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 91,509 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 87,113 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2017 80,618 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 78,896 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 77,056 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads over half worn.

Pass 28 Jan 2014 75,009 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 73,068 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 71,626 miles

rear brake pads starting to show signs of wear.

Pass 20 Jan 2011 66,629 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to go out of shape on inner tread and showing signs of wear.

offside rear tyre starting to go out of shape on inner tread. 195/65/15

rear brake pads just over half worn

Pass 19 Jan 2010 56,744 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 48,420 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 42,680 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 34,964 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 30,187 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 YAJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 YAJ, 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

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What year was KS52 YAJ registered?

KS52 YAJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 February 2003.

Is KS52 YAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 YAJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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