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KS53 HZE

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

105,900 mi
Last recorded105,900 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 HZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2015 105,900 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2015 105,900 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 92,363 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 72,531 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 69,921 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 63,255 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 3 Jun 2011 63,255 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 26 Jul 2010 57,586 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 48,251 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 48,251 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 43,013 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 36,635 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 34,965 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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KS53 HZE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 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 KS53 HZE, 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 22 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 KS53 HZE?

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What year was KS53 HZE registered?

KS53 HZE is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is KS53 HZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 HZE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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