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KS53 JBX

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

206,584 mi
Last recorded206,584 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 JBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 206,584 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

engine cover and undertrays

general corrosion to underside componenets

glow plug lamp on

n/s/r tyre 3.mm

o/s/r tyre cracking in tread area

Fail 16 Jan 2018 206,581 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rearmost (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

engine cover and undertrays

general corrosion to underside componenets

glow plug lamp on

n/s/r tyre 3.mm

o/s/r tyre cracking in tread area

Fail 13 Dec 2017 206,385 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box corroded/holed (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre clamp broken (7.1.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 204,874 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both nsf and osf lower forward arms (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 18 Jan 2017 204,874 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding suspect parking brake mechanism fault (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both nsf and osf lower forward arms (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 201,623 miles

child seats fitted unable to fully inspect adult belts

Fail 11 Nov 2015 201,614 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

child seats fitted unable to fully inspect adult belts

Pass 16 Jan 2015 195,036 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2013 183,443 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 16,847 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 168,947 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Fail 13 Dec 2011 150,562 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 150,562 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 132,784 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 112,440 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 112,440 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 90,949 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 72,878 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 53,393 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 JBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 JBX, 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 KS53 JBX?

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What year was KS53 JBX registered?

KS53 JBX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is KS53 JBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 JBX shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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