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KS52 YAW

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

64,563 mi
Last recorded64,563 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 64,563 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 64,561 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 63,102 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 61,383 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 58,845 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 56,894 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 54,440 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2014 54,440 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 52,180 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 50,300 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 47,673 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 44,765 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 40,987 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 36,323 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 30,534 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 30,526 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 24,780 miles

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

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 YAW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 YAW, 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 YAW registered?

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

Is KS52 YAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 YAW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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