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KS53 JYH

2003 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,691 mi
Last recorded126,691 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz C81,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 JYH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 126,691 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 120,989 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

oil leak

Fail 6 Feb 2020 120,989 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2019 110,955 miles

Front Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2018 103,380 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Feb 2018 103,373 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 95,679 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 83,895 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 75,002 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 68,104 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 57,348 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 51,806 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 51,806 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 46,824 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 41,396 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 Feb 2010 41,396 miles

Offside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 34,257 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 JYH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KS53 JYH, 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 JYH?

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What year was KS53 JYH registered?

KS53 JYH is a 2003 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is KS53 JYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS53 JYH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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