MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
150,923 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Headlamp insecure DAMAGED (4.1.1 (c))
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Exhaust system insecure BRACKET DETACHED & SLIGHT LEAK (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CRACK (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear white light (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively flat blade (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1956515 budget inner half of tread (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Headlamp aim too high both front (1.8)
Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tread worn 1956515 hankook (4.1.E.1)
offside rear tyre getting close to wear bars inner treads 1956515 avon
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin poss rear warning light on (3.5.1g)
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)
both rear tyres have slight wear on inner and outer edges
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
both rear tyres have slight wear on inner and outer edges
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
child seat fitted to offside rear unable to check seat belt
engine managment light on
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
advise rear brake inspection
nearside rear tyre wearing low
Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS
advise rear brake inspection
nearside rear tyre wearing low
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KS53 AXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 KS53 AXJ, 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 KS53 AXJ registered?
KS53 AXJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2003.
Is KS53 AXJ safe to buy?
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